The Cubs battled back but ultimately lost by a score of 7-5 tonight to the Nationals.
The Good
Anthony Rizzo had himself a game tonight; he went 2 for 4 with 2 HRs (11 total on the year) and 3 RBI (34 for the year). He is now hitting a robust .325 and deserves to be in the discussion of best first baseman in all of baseball.
Miguel Montero hit a solo shot (his 6th) in the 6th inning to give him 17 RBI on the year. He is only hitting .