Look at those Cubs hitting singles, hustling on the base-paths, grinding on defense to keep the Cardinals from scoring despite having the bases loaded.
Look at those Cardinals stealing bases and getting put outs from their outfielders.
This was a scrappy game, the teams played small ball and long ball. The most thrilling moment had to be Davis (the backup backup catcher) hitting a grand slam to tie the game but I also really enjoyed the Cubs scuffing it around the bases trying to make things happen.
What I didn't enjoy was Yu Darvish. If Maddon had too quick a hook in the early part of the season with Darvish he clearly left him in too long this game. Only by the skin of the teeth of the bullpen were they able to extract themselves from the mess Yu left them in.
Of course, it didn't matter in the end with Baez (who looked terrible much of the day) came through and hit a looooong homerun to put the Cubs up for good in the eight. 6 runs scored and the Cubs needed every single one two win 2 in a row against the Cards.
I don't know what the answer is regarding Yu but if the Cubs keep hitting and scrapping they are going to sweep this series.
Cubs Games Watched: 6.5
Cubs Games Listened To: 17.5
BCB: 6.0
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