Haren (10-9) blanked the Reds over 7.1 innings in a 4-1 victory Tuesday, surrendering only three hits and striking out six.

EDGE Analysis

Haren turned in his second quality start of September, two appearances in which he has blanked opposing batters over at least seven innings. He also has now stayed away from his Achilles heel, the long ball, in three out of his last four trips to the mound. Haren has closed out the 2015 season with his best month to date, and it remains to be seen what role he will play in the Cubs' postseason plans.