CHICAGO — It may be early June, but the arrival of the Colorado Rockies for a four-game Wrigley Field series on Thursday makes it tempting to peek ahead.
The National League West-leading Rockies (38-23) visit the Chicago Cubs (30-28). The defending World Series champs appear to have righted themselves after a recent 0-6 road trip.
The revival invites speculation among fans about the still-far away postseason and whether the teams will meet in October. Players, coaches and managers, however, remain focused on the here and now.
Chicago is in second place in the NL Central, one game behind the Milwaukee Brewers.