Here’s a daily recap of the good, the bad and the ugly in the National League.
The Good
Cole Hammels: In his first start against the Nationals since purposely plunking Brice Harper May 6th, Hammels extended his league leading 7 wins this season. Hammels went 8 innings, giving up only 1 run, while striking out 8.
Jonathan Lucroy: Lucroy had 2 hits Wednesday, one being a long ball. Over his last 10 games Lucroy is hitting .411 with 4 doubles, 2 triples, and 3 homeruns. If it wasn’t for a pinch hit at bat against San Francisco, Lucroy would have a 10 game hitting streak.
Troy Tulowitzki: Tulowitzli had 2 hits and a season high 4 rbis last night against the Miami Marlins. Last night marked Tulowitzki’s 4 multi-hit game of the month.
The Bad
Ted Lilly: Lilly gave up a season high 9 hits, and 8 earned runs wednesday night against the Arizona Diamondbacks in a 11-4 lose.
Barry Zito: Zito only lasted 3 innings after giving up 6 in the firs, and 2 in the second, Zito’s day was over. Wednesdays outing marks Zito’s shortest start of the year.
Ryan Braun: While everyone else on his team didn’t have a problem squaring up Zito, the reigning NL MVP went 0-4 with 3 strikeouts.
The Ugly
Chicago Cubs: The Chicago Cubs lost their 9th straight game wednesday. This was the first time the Cubs have been swept in Houston in nearly 4 years. This losing streak also marks the Cubs worst losing streak in a decade. The Chicago Cubs are currently the worst team in baseball with a 15-29 record this season.
Colorado Rockies: Although the Rockies won last night, that win just marked their 5th win of the month, and only their 7th win on the road all season giving them a 16-27 record. The Cubs and Rockies are currently fighting for the worst records in the NL.
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