Holmes Cements Postseason Starter Case With 7 Shutout Innings
The Cubs right-hander allowed just 2 hits and 0 runs over 7 innings vs. Arizona, boosting his case for a postseason rotation spot.
Clay Holmes delivered a dominant outing against the Diamondbacks, going 7 innings while allowing only 2 hits, 0 runs, and 2 walks with 5 strikeouts. The performance came with the Cubs leading 4-0 in the 8th inning. A beat reporter noted Holmes may be in line to start Game 1 of the postseason for Chicago. The outing strengthens the Cubs' rotation outlook heading into October.
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