Cubs establishing new offensive identity, beat Rockies to split series

Cubs’ Seiya Suzuki heads to first base after drawing a walk from Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Austin Gomber in the second inning Sunday. Suzuki’s feel for the strike zone and power bat have made for a strong start to his MLB career.DENVER – Cubs first baseman Frank Schwindel described the Cubs’ offensive dynamic as “fun to be a part of.” Outfielder Ian Happ characterized the team’s plate discipline and sheer number of hits as “pretty impressive.”

In a 6-4 win against the Rockies on Sunday, the Cubs’ offense racked up 13 base knocks. It was the fourth straight game that the Cubs have recorded double-digit hits and the fifth time this season. Though it’s too early in the year to put too…