I suppose it helps that the Cubs got to play the shell of the New York Mets this series, but a series win certainly helps keep them in first place and also watch their magic number keep shrinking as more matchups against their closest rivals loom. It’s certainly a far cry from getting embarrassed at home in a three-game sweep, but despite the mini-slump, the Cubs still have a cushion heading into the final weeks, and that’s something.
Having Willson Contreras back seemed to provide a spark, as Willson drove in a few key runs in the game.