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The Chicago Cubs were 0-1, 3rd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs took a beating from the Washington Nationals 4-10 at Wrigley Field.

Cubs Daily Vibe Check
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the season is just getting started

Only 1 games in. Tough week to look at. Dropped last night by 6 and the temperature took a hit. Also weighing on the score: the staff giving up 10.0 RA/G this week.

Cubs Game on March 27

No game on this date.

Cubs Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs took a beating from the Washington Nationals 4-10 at Wrigley Field.

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Highlights

Cubs Record & Standings

NL Central

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Brewers
101.000 W1
Cardinals
101.000 W1
Cubs
01.0001.0 L1
Pirates
01.0001.0 L1
Reds
01.0001.0 L1

Chicago Cubs are 0-1 in their last 7 games, with a -6 run differential.

Cubs Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
9
Miguel Amaya
01.0002.0001
29
Michael Busch
0.5001.4041
4
Pete Crow-Armstrong
0.429.8582

Cubs News

The Chicago Cubs opened their season in disappointing fashion, enduring a 10-4 defeat to the Washington Nationals in less-than-ideal weather conditions at Wrigley Field. On a day when fans were hoping for excitement, the team’s performance did not match the high expectations. However, amidst the gloom of Opening Day, the Cubs made a significant move by extending the contract of Nico Hoerner for six years, securing one of their key players who embodies the heart of this team. This extension adds a silver lining to the loss, showing the Cubs' commitment to building a competitive core. While they may have stumbled out of the gate, the organization is looking to the future with players like Hoerner and Pete Crow-Armstrong as cornerstones, hoping that this season brings better results.

Sources
Nationals 10, Cubs 4: That’s not the way I’ve always heard it should be
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Nationals 10, Cubs 4: That’s not the way I’ve always heard it should be
They might as well have stayed in Arizona. The Cubs got blasted 10-4 by the Nationals on Opening Day, and the weather, well, it was what you would expect for late March — 49 degrees, very windy, annoying light rain showers off and on. Matthew Boyd, who was so good at Wrigley Field all of […]
Cubs extend Nico Hoerner with six-year deal
Bleed Cubbie Blue
Cubs extend Nico Hoerner with six-year deal
This news just broke, so here it is, without details: I think everyone here is thrilled with this news. Nico Hoerner has become the heart and soul of this Cubs team, a terrific player offensively and defensively and a great human being as well. Presuming this deal begins after this year — as PCA’s extension […]
Cubs, Hoerner reach agreement on 6-year extension (source)
MLB.com
Cubs, Hoerner reach agreement on 6-year extension (source)
CHICAGO -- Nico Hoerner stood at his locker inside the Cubs’ clubhouse on Thursday morning, fielding questions about Opening Day, the high expectations for the season ahead and the news of center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong’s long-term extension. The conversation with the veteran second baseman soon turned to his own future
Despite tough start, Cubs hungry for big things in '26
MLB.com
Despite tough start, Cubs hungry for big things in '26
CHICAGO -- The last time Wrigley Field was packed with fans prior to Thursday’s season opener, the Cubs pulled off a needed win to keep their October dreams alive. The North Siders nabbed a victory over the rival Brewers to force a decisive Game 5 in the National League Division
Cubs timeline revealed for two veteran arms expected to follow Brad Keller blueprint
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Cubs timeline revealed for two veteran arms expected to follow Brad Keller blueprint
After they were sent to minor league camp, the clock is ticking on the contracts of Chicago Cubs minor league signings Corbin Martin and Collin Snider.
Cubs' out-of-nowhere extension news with fan favorite dulls Opening Day loss
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Cubs' out-of-nowhere extension news with fan favorite dulls Opening Day loss
The Chicago Cubs have signed second baseman Nico Hoerner to a six-year contract extension, solidifying their contending core.

Cubs Upcoming Schedule

DateOpponentTime
Sat 03/28
vs Washington Nationals
2:20 PM
Sun 03/29
vs Washington Nationals
2:20 PM
Mon 03/30
vs Los Angeles Angels
7:40 PM

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