Huff leads O's past Cubs

Jun/27/08 05:15 PM Filed in: Aubrey Huff
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Chicago, IL (My Sportsbook) - Aubrey Huff went 4-for-5, knocking in two runs and scoring three as the Orioles trounced the Cubs in the deciding game of their three-game series at Wrigley Field, 11-4.

Jay Payton added two hits and knocked in three more runs as the Orioles posted their second-highest run total this year - Baltimore scored 12 runs in a 12-2 win over the Yankees on May 20. Guillermo Quiroz went 3-for-4, knocking in two runs and scoring one.

"This is definitely one of the most satisfying series we played this year," Huff said. "As far as it being a satisfying win, I think you look at the big picture. We came in here and played very well against a good team."

Radhames Liz (2-0) threw five-plus strong innings, giving up two runs on four hits with four strikeouts and four walks. It marked Liz's third consecutive start in which the Orioles posted a victory and the sixth win for Baltimore in its last nine games.

"The reason we won this series was that we have a team that plays good, fundamental baseball," said Orioles manager Dave Trembley. "We have a team that will compete every night, and I guarantee you we'll bring our best game every night. The other team better bring theirs, too."

(mysportsbook.com)