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When will Bryce Harper and Brandon Marsh return to the Phillies' lineup as they wrap up a three-game series vs. Cubs
PHILADELPHIA — Even as right-hander Ben Brown struggled with command from the onset of his start Wednesday against the Phillies, the Cubs needed him to cover innings. In the Cubs’ 7-2 loss, he at least delivered 5⅔ innings. But it was a slog most of the way, as he allowed six runs and eight hits.
There has been a common theme in the Chicago Cubs' recent losses: an inability to produce with runners on base. It's something the Cubs will look to rectify on Saturday when they host the Pittsburgh Pirates in the third matchup of a four-game set.
The MLB Network elaborately takes into account Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm's stellar performance against the Cubs.
The Philadelphia Phillies shook up their bullpen ahead of the series finale against the Chicago Cubs, calling up Michael Mercado and designating Carlos Hernandez for assignment.
It’s one thing for Phillies officials to say they think longtime starter Taijuan Walker can help solidify a shorthanded group of relievers. But there’s only one way to know for sure. So, when the bullpen door opened before the sixth inning Tuesday night,