Cubs 7 Nationals 1 … The Chicago Cubs beat Washington 7 to 1 on Thursday with a unusual pitching situation. The Cubs used Drew Pomeranz for the first inning then switched to Colin Rea who gave the north sider’s 5 and one thirds strong innings. The north siders bullpen cruised the rest of the way as the game was never in doubt. Ian Happ gave the Cubs a three RBI performance including a two run homer that broke the game wide open. The Cubs offense has been superb this year leading the league in quite a few categories. The Cubs are even one of the leaders in stolen bases with Mr. everything Pete Crow Armstrong heading Chicago in that category. The Cubs also are vying for the lead in home runs a great attribute for the north side hitmen.The Cubs play Detroit on Friday in the motor city.The game will be broadcast on Apple+.