Saturday notes...
- STAYING IN PLACE: Despite the loss Friday, the Cubs lost no ground either in the N.L. Central race or the Wild Card race, because the teams they are chasing (Brewers, Reds, Phillies, Marlins) all also lost. The Cubs thus remain 2½ games out of first place in the Central and two games behind the third Wild Card spot.
- CHECK YOUR CALENDARS: With their loss yesterday, the Cubs are 44-30 on weekdays and 12-24 on weekends. They are 8-10 on Saturday and 4-14 on Sunday. They are 13-4 on Friday.