Cubs 10, Phillies 2: The Ian Happ game

Photo by Jamie Sabau/Getty ImagesThis game, of course, does not erase the numerous problems the 2024 Chicago Cubs still have.

It was, though, a reminder of what these players are capable of doing — and who knows, maybe they’ll continue doing it.

The Cubs exploded for double figures in runs for the first time since April 16 in Arizona — and they lost that game, 12-11 in 10 innings. They scored 10 at home for the first time since April 2 against the Rockies, a 12-2 blowout. Yes, it’s been that long since this sort of offense has been seen at Wrigley Field from the home team.

And Ian Happ had himself a day, going 4-for-4 and switch-hitting three-run homers for a six-RBI afternoon that was the…