The Cubs busted the Pirates’ eight-game winning streak last night, thanks to none other than Jake Arrieta.
The freak-of-nature Cubs ace flirted with another no-hitter, lasting 7 shutout innings and surrendering only one hit. Arrieta struck out nine and walked nobody, picking up his 21st win of the season.
After the game, Joe Maddon said Arrieta not only should be considered for the Cy Young, but the MVP award as well. I don’t think anyone is taking that title from Bryce Harper, but with the way Arrieta is pitching lately, I wouldn’t argue against him as the Cy Young winner.