Frequently Asked Questions
How many strikeouts did Brandon Hughes record this weekend against the Red Sox?
Hughes recorded 2 strikeouts over 1.2 innings on Friday and struck out Rafael Devers on Sunday. He has 27 strikeouts in 20 innings pitched this season.
What was Christopher Morel's performance like in the Cubs series against Boston?
Morel went 2-12 for the weekend with a 2-run home run on Friday and an RBI groundout. He struggled with strikeouts on Sunday, going 0-4 with 3 strikeouts including two with runners in scoring position.
Did Nelson Velázquez get his first MLB triple this weekend?
Yes, Velázquez hit his first career triple on Friday in the bottom of the 5th inning, knocking in P.J. Higgins and starting a 3-run rally. He also recorded his first MLB stolen base on Saturday.
What is Scott Effross's ERA after this series against the Red Sox?
Effross lowered his ERA to 2.62 in 34.2 innings of relief work this season. He has allowed only 1 run in his last 7 appearances.
How did Narciso Crook perform in his first MLB weekend series?
Crook struggled at the plate, going 0-5 for the weekend with just a sacrifice fly RBI on Saturday. This followed his strong MLB debut on Thursday where he went 2-3 with an RBI double against his former organization.