Zambrano Wins Number 14
Carlos Zambrano is on the streak of his career, at least according to his own assessment, and the Chicago Cubs are suddenly a very real threat to the Milwaukee Brewers. In addition to pitching well, Zambrano continues to be one of the best-hitting pitchers in the National League.
After yesterday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds, Zambrano became the game’s first 14-game winner this season. He also had three hits and it all added up to a 6 – 0 win for the Cubs.
“I think this is the best stretch I’ve ever had,” he said. “I feel confident and comfortable. I’ve been hitting my spots and throwing more strikes. My arm slot feels good.”
Zambrano has won four straight and seven of his last eight starts.
To add to the offense, Derek Lee homered for the third time in four days. Alfonso Soriano also had two hits and scored a run. The Cubs are 4 – 2 off of their recent road trip and with their win and a Brewers lost yesterday are now a half game away from first place in the Central Division of the National League.
“He’s a special pitcher,” said
Cincinnati’s manager Pete Mackanin. “Everything was working for him today. You can see why he’s got the record he’s got. He’s a solid pitcher, and what he’d have? Three hits? He wanted to steal a base, but we held him down there.”
Date: July 30, 2007
Article: Zambrano has three hits, beats Reds for 14th win
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