All three of the Cubs starters pitched well. The Cubs bullpen is starting to show a few chicks in its armor, although it has not been overly used at all, given the starters have usually lasted into the seventh or later. Maddon usually relies on Strop and Rondon in games that are tied or close. Each of them gave up a run today, though they had pitched the previous night.
Other than Wood, you would have to say the remainder can be an iffy proposition, especially Grimm. In my estimation, Grimm is a guy who puts up good looking numbers, but rarely delivers when it counts. Warren, Cahill, and Richards are converted starts who tend to be a little hit and miss in short relief. The Cubs will want to add a good lefty before the season is out.
The next homestand should be wild with the Pirates and Cards coming tontown.
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