Chicago at Philadelphia

This is the second game of a double-header and a tough spot for the Cubs, their fifth straight road contest. They have a big lead for the second Wild Card spot, so it's not a must-win situation. Coming into the series the Cubs are 0-5 against a team with a winning percentage below .400. Chicago is also 3-10 in the second game of a double-header. Chicago is 1-2 in the last three starts made by Kyle Hendricks, allowing 8 runs and 8 walks in just 16 innings. For the season he is 4-4 on the road with a 4.56 ERA. Philadelphia plays its fifth straight home game and the Phillies are 4-1 at home against a team with a winning road record. Philadelphia has done well against Chicago, winning four of the last five, so grab the big home dog. Play Philadelphia in game two.