"The D-backs' pitching has been a mess so far with a 4.99 staff ERA that is ahead of only Washington and Houston. The rotation has struggled mightily outside of Eduardo Rodriguez and Zac Gallen, and the bullpen has not been much better."
"Former Cubs infielder Ildemaro Vargas is off to an incredible start with a 1.087 OPS and six home runs. Former rookie of the year Corbin Carroll is playing much more like his first season with a .968 OPS."
"Counsell's crew has been getting by with a makeshift bullpen of their own recently, yet they keep finding ways to win games. They should have continued offensive success against a shaky Arizona pitching staff this weekend."
The Cubs recently won two of three games against the Padres, improving their record to 19-12. They return to Wrigley Field to face the Diamondbacks, who are currently 16-14. Arizona's offense has been strong with a .726 team OPS, but their pitching has struggled with a 4.99 staff ERA. Key players for the D-backs include Ildemaro Vargas and Corbin Carroll, while the Cubs rely on their makeshift bullpen. The upcoming series presents an opportunity for the Cubs to capitalize on Arizona's pitching woes.
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