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Chicago Cubs’ bullpen is taking on a whole new look

By Sayre Bedinger

Jul 9, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; New York Yankees relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman (54) delivers in the eleventh inning against the Cleveland Indians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports
Jul 9, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; New York Yankees relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman (54) delivers in the eleventh inning against the Cleveland Indians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jun 23, 2016; Miami, FL, USA; Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Pedro Strop (46) walks back to the dugout during the eighth inning against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park. The Marlins won 4-2. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 23, 2016; Miami, FL, USA; Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Pedro Strop (46) walks back to the dugout during the eighth inning against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park. The Marlins won 4-2. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports /

Pedro Strop

Strop is a hot and cold guy for the Cubs, but when he’s hot, he’s unhittable. In fact, in the last seven days (as of the time of this writing) he hasn’t allowed a hit. He has a solid 47:12 K/BB ratio this year and over the last month, he’s gotten a lot better control over his pitches.

He’s been keeping his pitch counts low, and that’s exactly what the Cubs need from him down the stretch. This is a guy that you can count on late in games because he thrives under the pressure.

There are times when Strop will get a little out of control in big moments, but when he settles down and settles in, it’s a thing of beauty to watch.

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