Chicago at Pittsburgh

The Chicago Cubs got off on the right start by beginning a six-game road set that includes four critical games in Pittsburgh. The Cubs have been on the move, and the 1-0 win to open this series puts them 20 games over .500 for the first time this season. The Pirates are leaking oil severely, suffering their fourth straight loss, and have fallen to .500, and now trail the Cubs by 10 games in the NL Central. The Pirates offense has let them down, plating just four or fewer runs in 9 of their last 12 contests. Cole Hamels has made a difference since the Cubs grabbed him ahead of the trade deadline. He has had three great starts, and the Cubs have won all three. Play on the Cubs.