Cubs Beat Reds 6-0, Near Lead

CINCINNATI - Carlos Zambrano says his latest run is the best one of his career. He's having a pretty good time at the plate, too.

Zambrano became the majors' first 14-game winner and finished with three hits to help the Chicago Cubs beat the Cincinnati Reds 6-0 Sunday.

"I think this is the best stretch I've ever had," said Zambrano, who has won four straight and seven of his last eight. "I feel confident and comfortable. I've been hitting my spots and throwing more strikes. My arm slot feels good."

Derrek Lee homered for the third time in four days for Chicago, which finished a 4-2 trip and moved within a half-game of NL Central-leading Milwaukee - the Cubs' …