Kyle Hendricks was a monster in this one, as the Twins simply looked helpless up there. Things were a little dicey in the 9th for Jeremy Jeffress, who didnt have his control, however he got the task done (with some help from a stunning double play up the middle by Nico Hoerner and Javy Báez).
Offensively, the Cubs continue to struggle so really severely versus lefties. I imply, Rich Hill hadnt gone more the 5.0 innings in any of his starts this year, and he simply went 7.0 innings of one-run ball against the Cubs. Its an issue.
The Best Leadoff Hitter of All-Time strolled to lead the video game off for the Cubs. Then he took second base. Then he scored on a single.
And that Anthony Rizzo run in the very first inning was the last run of the whole video game.
Good thing the Cubs absolutely wont have to face any lefty beginners in the postseason?
Complete box score.
I think theyll simply need more of this from Kyle Hendricks.
