David Haugh: Kyle Hendricks emerges as Cubs' true ace when they need him most
WASHINGTON - In a town that likes a good debate, Cubs pitcher Kyle Hendricks settled one that simmered all summer in Chicago.
Hendricks established himself as the indisputable ace of the Cubs in a 3-0 victory Friday night over the Nationals in Game 1 of the National League Division Series, outdueling Stephen Strasburg at Nationals Park in an entertaining contrast of styles.
Well, it was only entertaining from the Cubs perspective. For the Nationals, a team that never has advanced past the first round of the playoffs, the loss was
