04-02-2010, 02:32 PM
Harden is a frustrating talent but for a period of time in 2009, Harden was the Cubs best starter.
From mid July to August 2009, Harden averaged 6 1/3 innings per start, ERA of 2.45, 69 K to 22 BB in 55 innings of work. He didn't skip or miss a start in these 9 games. Unfortunately, the Cubs didn't hit worth shit during this stretch and went 4 - 5. BTW, if you drop off the final game against the Astros where he gave up 5 ER in 5 innings, his ERA during the period drops to 1.80.
I'm fine with the Cubs decision not to sign him due to his inability to stay healthy but the Cubs were a much better team with a healthy Rich Harden.
From mid July to August 2009, Harden averaged 6 1/3 innings per start, ERA of 2.45, 69 K to 22 BB in 55 innings of work. He didn't skip or miss a start in these 9 games. Unfortunately, the Cubs didn't hit worth shit during this stretch and went 4 - 5. BTW, if you drop off the final game against the Astros where he gave up 5 ER in 5 innings, his ERA during the period drops to 1.80.
I'm fine with the Cubs decision not to sign him due to his inability to stay healthy but the Cubs were a much better team with a healthy Rich Harden.