Unmitigated disaster.
Normally, when I look at the Chicago Cubs through the lens of either a writer or fan, I try to keep at least some semblance of optimism. But when it comes to Tyler Chatwood and Yu Darvish, we’re at the point where that’s no longer possible.
Despite a demotion to the bullpen in late July, Chatwood leads all Major League pitchers with a staggering 93 walks (at a rate of 8.2 per nine, in case you’re wondering). He had a second chance last weekend and dropped the ball – all but guaranteeing the Cubs hole him up somewhere once rosters expand in September.