Chicago Cubs News & Updates
The Chicago Cubs were 6-7, 5th in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs were outplayed by the Pittsburgh Pirates 0-2 at Wrigley Field.
Not much is separating the good from the bad. Losing by 2 last night pulls things in the wrong direction. The bright spot: the +6 run differential backs up the record.
Cubs Game on April 11
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Wrigley Field |
| First Pitch: | 02:20 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Edward Cabrera (1-0, 0.00 ERA) vs Braxton Ashcraft (1-1, 2.25 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet Pittsburgh, Marquee Sports Network |
| Forecast: | ⛅ Partly cloudy, 55°F, Wind 6 mph |
Cubs Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs were outplayed by the Pittsburgh Pirates 0-2 at Wrigley Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
Cubs Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Pirates
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8 | 5 | .615 | W1 | |
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Cardinals
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8 | 5 | .615 | W3 | |
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Brewers
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8 | 5 | .615 | L3 | |
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Reds
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8 | 6 | .571 | 0.5 | L3 |
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Cubs
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6 | 7 | .462 | 2.0 | L1 |
Chicago Cubs are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a +6 run differential.
Cubs Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | .326 | .970 | 9 | |
| 4 | .233 | .885 | 7 | |
| 1 | .294 | .929 | 4 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, .444 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 1 HR, 4 RBI, .462 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 9 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start |
Cubs News
Shōta Imanaga delivered a dazzling performance on Friday, tossing six no-hit innings against the Pirates, but the Cubs’ offense failed him, resulting in a 2-0 loss that left fans frustrated. Despite his electric outing, striking out nine and allowing just one baserunner, the lack of run support has become a concerning pattern for this team. On a brighter note, Seiya Suzuki has returned from the injured list, and his presence could reinvigorate a lineup that desperately needs a spark. With a record of 6-6 and a mixed bag of recent performances, the Cubs are stuck in neutral, showcasing a run differential of +5 over the past week yet struggling to find consistency. As they prepare to face the Pirates again, the focus must shift to converting pitching gems into victories.
Cubs Upcoming Schedule
The Chicago Cubs visit the Philadelphia Phillies for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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