9/5/08 @ Reds; L 2-10; (85-56)

In an effort to lift the spirits and inspire some hope, let's not talk about the last six games. Let's talk about the last thirteen. Since August 22nd, the Cubs are 7-6. The Brewers have only gained a half game on them in that two week stretch. We added three games to the lead on the Cardinals in those two weeks.

In fact, if anyone wants to start giving Chicago crap about how badly this week has gone, just tell them "wait 'til next week."

In today's debacle, Ted Lilly gave up five runs in two innings. The offense didn't do anything until Lou started playing the whole bench. Koyie Hill had two hits, producing the only two runs Chicago scored.

What else can be said about a day that started with Lou Piniella and Matt Sinatro getting lost on the way from Chicago to Cincinnati? They eventually found their way. So too will the Cubs.