Cubs Spoil Garza's Return To Wrigley

Chicago, IL- Edwin Jackson put on a show today, as he recorded eleven strikeouts in the Cubs 3-0 win over the Brewers.

On his return to Wrigley, Matt Garza didn't have the greatest outing of his career. The Cubs tallied all three of their runs in the first inning, as they got to Garza early. Emilio Bonifacio laid down a good bunt to lead off the inning, and it got him to first. Next, Chris Coghlan tried to do the same, but could only get Bonifacio to second. With runners in scoring position, Anthony Rizzo was the first to take advantage of the opportunity. However, he grounded out, but got Bonifacio to third. Then, Starlin Castro hit an RBI double to get the Cubs on top 1-0. Following the Castro RBI double, Nate Schierholtz walked. After, Wellington Castillo decided to give the Cubs some security with a two-run RBI double,as he put the Cubs on top 3-0. With all the offense producing, it was only a matter of time before the third out came on a strikeout by Mike Olt.

The Brewers offense wasn't special at all, as they only mustered four hits in the whole game. Edwin Jackson & Co. just shut them down the entire game. Edwin Jackson, who tossed seven innings, probably had his best start in a Cubs uniform, and the bullpen was able to back him up. Neil Ramirez provided some solid relief, as he pitched an inning with two strikeouts. Hector Rondon earned his fourth save for the Cubs this year.

Game Notes: 

-Edwin Jackson struck out eleven batters for the first time in two years during a start. The last time it occurred came on August 18, 2012 against the New York Mets. 

-After the victory today, the Cubs are 13-2 when leading after the sixth inning this season.

-Daniel (DanielDoreCTC)