You know, I'd debated not commenting specifically on last night's 7-0 win over the Nationals. I saw only bit and pieces, as I was entertaining friends around Chicago. It's an early 12:35 start today; and as most of you already know, the Cubs jumped out 3-0 on Matt Chico in the 1st, and pretty much cruised from there. So, what could I add? Well, probably nothing, but I felt that I would be remiss if I didn't say a few words about Carlos Zambrano.
Roughly this time last year, Carlos was proclaiming that not only would the Cubs win the World Series, but that he would win the Cy Young. Well, Zambrano -- in the midst of increased pressure and contract issues -- opened the season 2-2, with a 5.77 ERA, and never quite established himself in 2007 as the ace that we've come to expect.
Well, Big Z is back with a vengeance, and with his dominance, so is the hope of the Cubs going deep into the playoffs. After his seven strong innings last night against the Nationals, he's finished April 4-1, with a 2.21 ERA, and all the confidence in the world. Carlos, you did what aces do last night; end losing streaks, and give your team wins when they need it most. May both you proclamations have come a season early.