The Cubs scored five runs early and Yu Darvish pitched great today. (Box score)
Why the Cubs Won
Darvish looked phenomenal in his next-to-last start before the season begins. He went six innings, allowing only three hits (one a solo home run) while striking out seven and walking none. It was a masterful performance, one Cubs fans would love to see every time he takes the bump in the regular season.
Yu Darvish today:
6.0 IP, 3 H, 1 ER, 0 BB, 7 K
He's ready.