The Cubs are in first place heading into the last thirty or so games of the season despite their starting pitching. The rotation has been up and down this season, although lately there have been some flashes of brilliance. Consider all of the following:
- Yu Darvish hasn’t pitched since May 20. He was pulled after a brief rehab start and a stress reaction in his elbow has sidelined him for the rest of 2018.
- The Cubs other big offseason pitching acquisition, Tyler Chatwood, has been moved to the bullpen.