Chicago Cubs News & Updates
The Chicago Cubs were 39-36, 3rd in the NL Central. The Chicago Cubs did not play yesterday.
Solid ground right now. 5 wins in 7 games. The week's been good. Also helping: +11 run differential. That margin shows up in the score.
Cubs Game on June 19
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Wrigley Field |
| First Pitch: | 02:20 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Ben Brown (3-2, 1.74 ERA) vs Kevin Gausman (4-4, 3.41 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Sportsnet, Marquee Sports Network |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 79°F, Wind 8 mph |
Cubs Score & Recap
The Chicago Cubs did not play yesterday.
Cubs Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
45 | 27 | .625 | L1 | |
|
Cardinals
|
|
40 | 33 | .548 | 5.5 | L2 |
|
Cubs
|
|
39 | 36 | .520 | 7.5 | W1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
38 | 37 | .507 | 8.5 | W2 |
|
Reds
|
|
35 | 38 | .479 | 10.5 | 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 Chicago Cubs continue to gain momentum after their 8-6 victory over the Rockies, improving to 39-36, and showcasing a +11 run differential over their last seven games. Emerging star Pete Crow-Armstrong is stepping into a leadership role, which is crucial as the team looks to balance their offensive firepower with the ongoing uncertainty around player trades. With rumors swirling about a potential deal involving Seiya Suzuki, fans should brace for some head-scratching moves, after all, trading away key talent is a recipe for disaster. Meanwhile, off the field, catcher Moisés Ballesteros has been demoted to Triple-A Iowa, a move that signals the Cubs are prioritizing immediate production over potential. As the Draft approaches, the Cubs' future is as important as their present, but for now, it's about building on this warm stretch and keeping the winning streak alive.
Cubs Upcoming Schedule
The Chicago Cubs visit the New York Mets for a 4-game series starting Monday.
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