The pride is swelling with a clear indication of confidence as this Chicago club is in fine tine (Wow, that sounds sort of like a Viagra commercial). It was all gravy Sunday afternoon at Cinergy Field as the Cubs shut out the Reds behind another mesmerizing performance by Carlos Zambrano. Plus he even had 3 hits! Does this superstar do it all or what? Derek Lee (11) popped a 2-run shot late to give his team an added cushion. 2 runs was all the Cubs ace really needed.
After going 7 innings, Zambrano left the game with 6 K's to his totals and allowed just 2 hits and 3 walks. He cruised to his 14th win and felt little effect after bouncing a line drive off his heel, which Aramis Ramirez bare-handed and threw out the runner at first. 13 hits is more like the Cubs lineup is capable of producing on a regular basis. Going through the order at least 5 players had 2 or more hits a piece. I like their chances when they can pull together such hitting showcases. Pagan's 2-run single up the middle in the 9th drew many cheers from fans and the dugout.
Ryan Theriot, Mike Fontenot, and Koyie Hill are seeing extra playing time and they're making the most of it. Sure Hill or Fontenot didn't get a hit yesterday, but their experiences on the field are invaluable. That play Mike made to end the game along the infield was incredible! Shades of a young Ryno is his prime. Today the Cubs start the series with the Phillies as Ted Lilly (11-4) returns to the mound to face Cole Hamels (11-5). The matchup looks to shape up for a close game in a real pitcher's duel. Cub offense don't fail me now!
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