Last night’s effort was far from exemplary as the Cubs fell to the White Sox to open a 12-game stretch that was supposed to give them an opportunity to gain serious ground in the Central. At least the Brewers, Reds, and Marlins lost as well, allowing the Cubs to tread water in both the division and Wild Card races. That won’t be enough tonight and over the next two weeks, so it’s time to stack wins.
Javier Assad led the charge five days ago in Toronto, going seven innings with just one run allowed on four hits and a walk.