After entering the All Star break with a 43-45 record, the Chicago Cubs have completely flipped the script. The team is on a six-game winning streak, outscoring opponents 44-17 during this span.
At first glance, the team’s 44 runs over the past six games stand out significantly, and deservedly so. The Cubs have scored eight or more runs in four of their six games after the break. As impressive as this is, the team’s pitching overall and (starting pitching specifically) has been just as impressive.
Although the Cubs have allowed 17 runs in six games, eight of those were allowed in the team’s 9-8 win during their first game post-break.