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Injured Cubs Pitching Staff Posts Elite 1.88 ERA
23 Apr
Summary
- Pitching staff maintains a 1.88 ERA during a seven-game win streak.
- Offense scores 10+ runs in three wins and at least five in two others.
- Matthew Boyd returns as Cubs move to second place in NL Central.
The Chicago Cubs have experienced a dramatic turnaround this past week, climbing from last place to second in the NL Central. This impressive ascent has occurred despite significant challenges with a pitching crisis, with multiple key players on the injured list.
Remarkably, the Cubs' pitching staff has delivered exceptional performances, boasting a 1.88 ERA during their current seven-game winning streak. This success is not solely attributed to the arms; the offense has also significantly improved. The team has scored 10 or more runs in three of their recent wins and achieved at least five runs in two other contests.
Standout performances include Shota Imanaga, who pitched 13 innings with only two earned runs allowed across two starts. Caleb Thielbar has been crucial in relief, pitching nearly three innings with just one hit allowed over three appearances. Hoby Milner also contributed effectively from the bullpen, with a high strike percentage and minimal hits allowed. With Matthew Boyd officially back from the injured list, the Cubs, now holding a 14-9 record, are showing signs of becoming a 90-win team again.
