July 24--With the dog days of summer upon us, the Chicago Cubs host the Phillies Friday afternoon at Wrigley Field.
The Cubs are scheduled to play 17 games in as many days.
While off-the-field discussion continues to center on what moves the Cubs might make as the July 31 trade deadline approaches, manager Joe Maddon's team looks to build on the momentum of salvaging a respectable road trip.
Lefthander Jon Lester (5-8, 3.37) starts for the Cubs against the Phillies' Jerome Williams (3-7, 6.43).
The Phillies (34-63) have the worst record in the majors.
