Chicago Cubs News & Updates
The Chicago Cubs were 39-36, 3rd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs downed the Colorado Rockies 8-6 at Wrigley Field.
The trend line looks fine. 5-2 in the last 7. Hard to complain about that. Factor in outpacing opponents by 11 runs this stretch.
Cubs Game on June 18
No game on this date.
Cubs Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs downed the Colorado Rockies 8-6 at Wrigley Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 9 | 0 |
 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 12 | 1 |
Highlights
- Pete Crow-Armstrong went 1-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Dansby Swanson went 1-4 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
- Matt Shaw went 2-4 with 2 RBI.
Cubs Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
45 | 26 | .634 | W3 | |
|
Cardinals
|
|
40 | 32 | .556 | 5.5 | L1 |
|
Cubs
|
|
39 | 36 | .520 | 8.0 | W1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
38 | 37 | .507 | 9.0 | W2 |
|
Reds
|
|
35 | 38 | .479 | 11.0 | L1 |
Chicago Cubs are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +11 run differential.
Cubs Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | .276 | .854 | 37 | |
| 16 | .224 | .802 | 37 | |
| 8 | .248 | .779 | 42 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-2 | 1.74 | 0.97 | 62.0 | |
| 5-1 | 2.00 | 1.15 | 27.0 | |
| 1-1 | 3.13 | 1.29 | 31.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 4 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, .429 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 3 HR, 4 RBI, .462 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 1 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 6 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start |
Cubs News
The Cubs' 2-5 loss to the Rockies last night stings, leaving them at a lukewarm 38-36, with a +8 run differential in their last seven games suggesting they’re better than their record reflects. Dansby Swanson finally broke through with a home run, but he and Nico Hoerner have both struggled offensively, drawing concern from fans. Meanwhile, Pete Crow-Armstrong continues to dazzle, hitting homers in three straight games, offering a glimpse of hope amid a season of ups and downs. The All-Star ballot update serves as a sobering reminder of the Cubs' underwhelming performance, highlighting the need for more players to step up and engage the fanbase. In a season where the team’s potential shines through their inconsistencies, they need to capitalize on moments like these to stay relevant in the division.
Cubs Upcoming Schedule
The Chicago Cubs host the Toronto Blue Jays for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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