The Chicago National League Ball Club

An objective look at the love of my life--the Chicago Cubs.

4.30.2005

4/29

Greg Maddux emerges victorious in the historic battle of the 300 game winners!

Maddux surrendered 2 earned runs on 7 hits over 6 innings....not exactly 'lights out' pitching but certainly a solid performance. Roger Clemens gave up 3 earned runs on 7 hits over 7 innings.

Jeromy Burnitz ("They're saying Booo-urnitz!") launched a 3-2 Clemens pitch into the right field seats in the 7th inning to give the Cubs the lead and the bullpen actually held it. Very impressive outings by Mike Wuertz, Roberto Novoa, and....::sigh::...Latroy Hawkins. He got it done tonight, but it still astounds and angers me that Dusty is letting him close. It's unbelievable.

Let's hope Kerry Wood does the job tomorrow vs. Brandon Backe.

Cubs 3 Astros 2

Cubs, 12-10
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