 In sports, the Phillies start a three-game series in Chicago against the Cubs tonight. 25-year-old right-hander Michael Mercado making his first Major League start tonight, just his second Major League appearance for the Phillies. Pre-game coverage here on WDEL starts at 7.30. And the Blue Rocks continue their series with Jersey Shore tonight at Frawley Stadium, a fireworks night on the riverfront.