MIAMI (Gracenote) — The Chicago Cubs were remarkably consistent during their dominant run to the World Series title a year ago considering their youth, but this season’s roller-coaster ride has been more typical of a team reliant on young talent.
After offensive performances on both ends of the spectrum in the first two games of the series, the Cubs visit the Miami Marlins for the third of a four-game set Saturday afternoon.
The Cubs’ 2-0 loss Friday night marked the sixth time they’ve been shut out this season, matching their total all of last season – one night after racking up 16 hits in an 11-1 rout.