The Cubs are riding a powerful offense and strong starting pitching in their quick start to the season. Through five games, the 4-1 Cubs are averaging better than six runs per game and the rotation has kept their opponents listless at the plate.
First time through the rotation, Hendricks, Darvish, Chatwood, Lester and Mills have combined for a 1.80 ERA and 0.63 WHIP in 30 innings. They racked up 26 K vs. 5 BB with 14 hits allowed.
— Jordan Bastian (@MLBastian) July 29, 2020
After last night’s 8-5 victory, the Cubs have the largest division lead in baseball and have to feel good about taking the first two against a team picked by many to win the NL Central.