Cubs Win Twice Friday

PHILADELPHIA--Jake Arrieta didn't feel on top of his game. He still displayed dominance that has him among the leading NL Cy Young Award candidates.

Arrieta pitched eight strong innings for his major league-leading 19th win, and Starlin Castro homered to lead the Chicago Cubs past the Philadelphia Phillies 5-1 in the first game of a doubleheader Friday night.

In the second game, Kyle Schwarber homered twice to lead the Cubs to a 7-3 win and a sweep of the doubleheader.

While Arrieta deflected questions about possible upcoming milestones, manager Joe Maddon didn't back away from Cy Young talk.

"I definitely believe our guy deserves it, no question," Maddons said. "I've seen (Zack) Greinke pitch. I know he's really good. I'm getting to watch Jake in person; it's pretty spectacular to watch. My vote's for Jake."

Addison Russell hit a two-run double and Kris Bryant set a club rookie record in the opener with his 87th RBI for Chicago. 

Bryant homered, had three hits and drove in three runs in the nightcap to up his RBI total to 90. He leads all major league rookies in the category.

In the second game, Kyle Hendricks (7-6) gave up three runs and four hits in 6-2/3 innings to earn the win in his first-ever start against Philadelphia.

TONIGHT--Cubs in Philly, 6:05pm