Chicago Cubs powered by slugging, on-base percentage so far

To this point, the Chicago Cubs offense has showcased what led them to a championship three years ago: the ability to work counts and drive the ball.

We all may worry about the Chicago Cubs and their ability to keep runs off the board – but few people are concerned about them putting them on. After a historic cold spell ended their 2018 season prematurely, the team is showing what made them annual World Series favorites in recent years: getting on base at a high rate and driving the ball all over the yard.

The Cubs boast three of the top10 players in the National League in terms of OPS and four of the top 13. That includes team leader Anthony Rizzo, third baseman Kris Bryant, catcher Willson…