John Lackey is not a handsome man. But when he goes out and pitches like he did Tuesday night in DC, I feel (not entirely) comfortable calling him a sexy beast. His unconventionally attractive visage anchored an unconventionally attractive Cubs win that reminded folks that maybe the Cubs have what it takes to win in October after all.
The grizzled starter was more or less in lockdown mode through 6 innings, allowing the Nationals only a single run on three hits while striking out seven. He was unable to record an out in the 7th though, hitting Danny Espinosa in an 0-2 count to open the inning and then giving up a double to Jose Lobaton that just barely snuck inside the first base line.