What will it take for the Cubs to win their first World Series in decades? Here are three things the Cubs need to do to reach their goal.
1. Throw strikes
For the first time since 1935, the Cubs have four pitchers who have won at least 15 games, and two of them -- Jon Lester and Kyle Hendricks -- have been mentioned as National League Cy Young Award candidates. The Cubs also have the reigning NL Cy Young Award winner in Jake Arrieta. The rotation boasted the best ERA in the Major Leagues at 2.