What is the Chicago Cubs record in 2026?

The Chicago Cubs are 29-21, 2nd in the NL Central.

Who is pitching for the Cubs today?

Jameson Taillon (2-3, 4.97 ERA) vs Spencer Arrighetti (5-1, 1.50 ERA). First pitch at 02:20 PM EDT.

What channel is the Cubs game on today?

Today's game airs on Apple TV, Apple TV. First pitch at 02:20 PM EDT.

Chicago Cubs News & Updates

May 22, 2026

The Chicago Cubs were 29-21, 2nd in the NL Central. The Chicago Cubs did not play yesterday.

Cubs Daily Vibe Check

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a rough stretch

Cooling off for real reasons. Winning just 2 of 7 this week pulls the temperature down. Also weighing on the score: losing ground in the standings, now 2th.

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Cubs Game on May 22

Opponent:	Houston Astros (20-31)
Location:	Wrigley Field
First Pitch:	02:20 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Jameson Taillon (2-3, 4.97 ERA) vs Spencer Arrighetti (5-1, 1.50 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	Apple TV, Apple TV
Forecast:	☁️ Overcast, 59°F, Wind 3 mph

Cubs Score & Recap

The Chicago Cubs did not play yesterday.

Cubs Record & Standings

NL Central

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Brewers	29	18	.617		W3
Cubs	29	21	.580	1.5	L5
Cardinals	28	21	.571	2.0	L2
Pirates	26	24	.520	4.5	W2
Reds	26	24	.520	4.5	W2

Chicago Cubs are 2-5 in their last 7 games, with a -13 run differential.

Cubs Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
8 Ian Happ	10	.215	.782	20
2 Nico Hoerner	4	.264	.739	30
20 Michael Conforto	3	.322	1.041	11

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
32 Ben Brown	1-2	2.09	0.98	38.2
18 Shota Imanaga	4-4	3.38	1.04	58.2
30 Edward Cabrera	3-2	4.00	1.35	54.0

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
27 Seiya Suzuki	4 hits, 1 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
18 Shota Imanaga	6.0 IP, 10 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start
48 Daniel Palencia	2.2 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games
41 Hoby Milner	4.2 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games

Cubs News

The Chicago Cubs' struggles continue as they sit at 29-20 and face mounting pressure after a disappointing 2-5 week, highlighted by a 5-2 loss to the Brewers yesterday. The RISP woes are glaring, with the team struggling to capitalize on scoring opportunities, and they desperately need to snap out of this funk during their homestand. Fans are left pondering whether top prospect Kevin Alcantara could be the spark they need, as he's tearing it up at Triple-A Iowa while the big league club flounders. Meanwhile, the Cubs' front office must explore bold moves, like a potential trade for Sandy Alcantara, to address the glaring weaknesses in the rotation and revive this faltering squad. With vibes dipping to a freezing level, the pressure is on the players to heat things up, starting with their next matchup against Milwaukee.

Sources

Bleed Cubbie Blue

Cubs Minor League Wrap: South Bend blasts West Michigan, 7-1

Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs were blue after losing to the Memphis Redbirds (Cardinals), 1-0. Iowa wasted a terrific start from Jordan Wicks, who tossed five scoreless innings, allowing just two hits. Wicks struck out two and walked two. Luis Peralta hit a batter to open the sixth inning and after a stolen base, a […]

Bleed Cubbie Blue

The Short Porch is wondering if Pete Crow-Armstrong should have faced a stiffer penalty for his altercation with a fan

The Crosstown Classic is not for the faint of heart. It doesn’t matter which team is winning more coming into the games, or which team has the better roster on the field. There is something about the North Side v. Southside that just inspires a whole other level of competition between the Cubs and White […]

MLB.com

RISP has been a big issue for Cubs -- but they're working to snap out of it

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MLB.com

Cubs eager to snap out of mistake-filled funk on homestand

CHICAGO -- It is a play that Pete Crow-Armstrong has made countless times throughout his life as a center fielder. He charged in, lowered his glove and prepared to retrieve the ball that Brewers third baseman David Hamilton sent bouncing through the grass in center on Wednesday night. The loud

Cubbiescrib

This Cubs' trade deadline prediction suddenly feels like the lifeline Jed Hoyer needs

A blockbuster Chicago Cubs trade for Miami Marlins right-hander Sandy Alcantara would be a huge get for Jed Hoyer, addressing his team's most glaring need.

Cubbiescrib

Kevin Alcantara is sending a loud message that the Cubs can no longer ignore

In need of a jump-start offensively, the Chicago Cubs could turn to top prospect Kevin Alcantara, who is off to a hot start at Triple-A Iowa.

Cubs Upcoming Schedule

The Chicago Cubs visit the Pittsburgh Pirates for a 4-game series starting Monday.

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