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Real or Not? New pen problems could hurt Cubs', Braves' chances

Let's talk about National League bullpens.The Chicago Cubs announced that closer Brandon Morrow won't pitch again this season or in the playoffs, as he's been slow to heal from a bone bruise in his pitching arm. Pedro Strop, who has served as Morrow's replacement as closer the past two months, is also out for the rest of the regular season and maybe the playoffs after suffering a hamstring strain while batting last week. Jesse Rogers has the story on Morrow being shut down.