Chicago Cubs News & Updates
The Chicago Cubs were 50-40, 2nd in the NL Central. The Chicago Cubs did not play yesterday.
Comfortable territory. 5-2 lately. Steady, productive baseball. Also helping: the offense at 6.6 R/G is a clear positive right now.
Cubs Game on July 07
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Oriole Park at Camden Yards |
| First Pitch: | 06:35 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Matthew Boyd (3-1, 5.08 ERA) vs Shane Baz (4-8, 4.19 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | MASN, Marquee Sports Network |
Cubs Score & Recap
The Chicago Cubs did not play yesterday.
Cubs Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
56 | 33 | .629 | W2 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
50 | 40 | .556 | 6.5 | W1 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
47 | 41 | .534 | 8.5 | L2 |
|
Pirates
|
|
46 | 45 | .505 | 11.0 | W2 |
|
Reds
|
|
41 | 48 | .461 | 15.0 | W1 |
Chicago Cubs are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +7 run differential.
Cubs Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | .292 | .910 | 49 | |
| 16 | .207 | .716 | 57 | |
| 17 | .219 | .768 | 41 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-1 | 2.43 | 1.17 | 33.1 | |
| 3-2 | 3.29 | 1.33 | 38.1 | |
| 5-7 | 4.28 | 1.10 | 103.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 1 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, .5 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4.0 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games |
Cubs News
The Chicago Cubs are riding a wave of momentum, currently sitting at 50-40 after a satisfying 6-4 victory against the Cardinals, marking a solid 5-2 in their last week. With the bats heating up and an impressive average of 6.6 runs per game, Dansby Swanson is at the forefront of this offensive surge, showcasing his recent hot streak. Meanwhile, the recovery of Edward Cabrera from injury is a bright spot as the team assesses their trade deadline strategy. The Cubs are not just looking to win now, they’re also eyeing future drafts to strengthen their farm system, indicating a long-term vision. With the All-Star break approaching, the blend of current success and strategic planning has fans feeling optimistic about the direction this team is heading.
Cubs Upcoming Schedule
The Chicago Cubs visit the Cincinnati Reds for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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