Cubs' Trevor Cahill: Strikes out three in relief appearance Friday

Cahill struck out three in 1.2 scoreless innings against the Phillies on Friday.

Analysis:

Cahill gave up three hits in the performance. He's been an unsung hero in the Cubs' bullpen this year, as he has a 2.35 ERA, but his walk rate (14 walks in 23 innings) contributes to his below-average WHIP of 1.39. Still, in his last five appearances - all scoreless - he has struck out 12 and walked three in eight innings.