Two years ago, Maddon noted, the Cubs won 97 games and finished third in the division. The Cubs had also drawn the most walks in the majors, a sign that they were staying disciplined at the plate despite poor results. “By then, they’ll understand why you did it.”By then, the Cubs will almost certainly be preparing for the playoffs. teams have winning records, and the Cubs are trying to keep perspective as they wait to join that group. “I’m not a math major,” Lackey said, “but I think we’ve got a chance.”

Source: New York Times June 13, 2017 01:02 UTC