We can't draw any conclusions from this game because of the lineup; not just some of the players but the order in which some of the guys are batting. The chances are high that the Cubs would have scored more runs in the first inning with the normal lineup.
I think a lot of ppl come by later and read the pbp, so it would be appreciated by someone. I'll help out if you have to split. please do :) I have to make a call
The pitchers need to start working 5-6 innings consistently. The anouncers seemed surprised that Lilly is pitching another inning... They won't get too many more starts before Opening Day.
I think Lilly and Barrett got away from the gameplan. They went from getting mosty groundballs to fly balls... Hopefully his control gets better with a few more innings