The Cubs (12-3) are off to their best start since the 1907 season, a year that ended with a title in case you were interested. Getting out of the gate so quickly really helps in a 60-game sprint. A 5.5 game lead with just 45 to play is an enviable place to be.
The Cubs starting pitching has dominated so far and the offense piled 14 runs on a quality Cleveland pitching staff in a two-game sweep. Chicago now welcomes the Brewers to Wrigley for a four-game series starting Thursday.
Milwaukee (7-9) has struggled with a retooled starting rotation early on, with the exception of ace Brandon Woodruff.