Cubs' Kyle Hendricks: Earns complete-game victory over Phillies

Hendricks (3-4) went the distance against the Phillies, surrendering just five hits and an earned run. He struck out seven.

Analysis:

Hendricks turned in a gem, throwing 76 of 104 pitches for strikes, notching first-pitch strikes on 26 of 32 batters, and inducing 12 swings-and-misses. It was the 26-year-old's first complete game of the season, and the seven whiffs were his second-best total on the year as well. The effort lowered Hendricks' ERA to 2.93, a stellar figure that belies his current 3-4 record. While receiving less attention than his more publicized rotation mates, the Dartmouth product is enjoying a fine season in his own right, and will look to continue his success against the Dodgers next Thursday.