Scorching-hot Cubs welcome scuffling Pirates

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The Chicago Cubs are piling up runs and winning games in impressive fashion.

The Cubs have scored 99 runs while winning nine of their past 10 games. Chicago looks to keep the explosive offense cranking when it opens a three-game set against the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday night.

Thesudden burst has moved the Cubs (71-66) back into the race for the third and final