CubsChic

The Cubs have to be happy that June is over. They had a losing record in June (11-14), the first month they’ve had a losing record since August 2007. At least they started off July with a victory, giving Wells his third win in a row. Sam Fuld got his first two major league hits, going 2-4 with a walk. He batted lead-off and played in place of Soriano in left. He also had a great night in the field, including throwing out a runner at the plate. I say play him until the novelty wears off.

Lou finally got himself tossed out of a game. Whether it was for show or not, (I didn’t see the play or the performance), at least the reporters can now shut up about Lou being devoid of fire in his belly. Maybe this will be the spark the Cubs need to go on a long winning streak. Coming home should help, but this home series won’t be an easy one. Win these games, especially against the Brewers (4) and Cardinals (4), and we can make up some serious ground in the NLC. Lose them, and we dig ourselves a very large hole going into the All-Star break.

I wish everyone a safe and fun holiday. Hopefully the Cubs will give us some fireworks of their own this weekend.