That is the best performance through 51 games for a Cubs rookie since the 1914 season, according to Stats Inc. But in the bottom of the seventh, Aaron Altherr tripled.
Maddon altered his rotation shortly before Saturday’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies choosing to push original starter (Dan Haren)to Sunday’s matinee due to the threat of rain on Saturday night.
Philadelphia Phillies ace Cole Hamels threw a no-hitter in Saturday’s 5-0 win over the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. This time around, Philly will pull the trigger on this trade, as it’s about to rebuild their team’s future.