Rockies starter Juan Nicasio (6-4) won his sixth of the season in his first start back from the All-Star break Saturday against the Cubs. The right-hander permitted a run on two hits and three walks while striking out three over five innings of a 9-3 win.

Nicasio has allowed one earned run over his last 12 innings (two starts). He's scheduled to make his next start Thursday at home against the Marlins. He's 3-1 with a 4.50 ERA in eight starts at home.