dailyloe.com – The Chicago Cubs defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 10-4 on Tuesday night in Philadelphia.
This win followed a loss where the Cubs were thumped by the Phillies on Monday.
The Cubs’ pitching was solid in the Tuesday victory.
Craig Counsell’s offense is starting to click according to the report.
This is seen as a fantastic sign given a tough schedule ahead.
Riley Martin was used as an opener for the Cubs on Tuesday.
This move aimed to exploit lefty-lefty matchups against Kyle Schwarber.
The Cubs were countering Phillies right-handed pitcher Aaron Nola.
Colin Rea was likely to follow Martin for the bulk of innings.
The Cubs’ first three weeks have seen starting pitching injuries.
Matthew Boyd and Cade Horton have gotten hurt during this period.
Justin Steele remains out until at least the end of May.
The Cubs may look outside the organization for pitching help.
Lucas Giolito is a reported target for Jed Hoyer and the team.
Roster moves included Charlie Barnes being optioned back to Triple-A.
Ethan Roberts is being sent out due to a cut on his finger.
This information was reported by Taylor McGregor according to the source.
Top pitching prospect Jaxon Wiggins had his next start at Iowa pushed back.
The new start day is still to be determined.
Jed Hoyer commented on the situation via the Tribune.
Hoyer said Wiggins was dealing with some soreness so they pushed him back.
He described it as nothing alarming and sort of early season stuff.[]
Source: Bleacher Nation
