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The Chicago Cubs have an obvious problem, one that if not fixed soon will be a major hurdle in their competing for the division title and maybe even one of the two Wild Card spots. That flaw is their starting rotation.

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While the top three pitchers are pitching well, the back end of their rotation are doing more harm than good. Neither Travis Wood or Kyle Hendricks are doing much to help the team. In fact, they are struggling to even go five full, rarely pitching into the sixth inning.