Ian Happ Riding 3-Game Homer Streak Into Cubs-Cardinals Matchup
Happ has been the Cubs' offensive catalyst lately, slashing .467/.467/1.133 with 10 RBI over his last three games.
Ian Happ has homered in each of his last three games, going 7-for-15 with a double, three home runs, and 10 RBI in that stretch. His slash line over those games stands at .467/.467/1.133. The Cubs enter Saturday's game against St. Louis having been outhomered or tied in home runs in each of their last 14 games. Happ's recent power surge stands out as a notable positive signal for Chicago's offense.
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