Over the course of his 13-year Major League career, Chicago Cubs left-hander has come up in some big moments. Naturally, Cubs fans remember some particular ones – perhaps his relief appearance in Game 7 of the 2016 World Series? But on Thursday night, he turned in another gritty outing that’s he’s come to epitomize – in a game his team desperately needed.
Heading into the final weekend of the season, the Cubs and Brewers are locked in a dead heat for the National League Central. And, with Milwaukee enjoying an off-day before one final three-game homestand against the Detroit Tigers, Chicago had a prime opportunity – boost their lead in the division to one full game.