Joe Blanton came into the game against the Cubs with seven strikeouts in 18 2/3 innings. He struck out eight in 7 1/3 innings, holding Chicago to two runs as the Phillies take home a win 5-2. Carlos Ruiz went two for four with a solo home run and three RBI to support his battery mate.

The Phillies have won 3 out of 4 and have scored at least five runs in four of their last five games. The offense is starting to come around.