David Haugh: When it comes to conclusions on the Cubs after 15 games, best to avoid extremes
by David Haugh, Chicago Tribune
Apr 18, 2018
4 minutes
CHICAGO - In this age of extremism, temptation tilts Chicago toward either desperation or denial when it comes to the Cubs, leaving the middle ground as empty as so many ballparks this month.
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The Cubs have won only seven of their first 15 games against a soft spot in the schedule. They have postponed four because of crummy weather. This young season has had more interruptions than a political roundtable discussion, a reality offered as context more than an excuse. The Cubs will deserve criticism if they continue to flirt with .500 around, say, Memorial Day.
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