Chicago Cubs News & Updates
The Chicago Cubs were 66-49, 2nd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs escaped with a win against the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-6 at Wrigley Field.
A healthy temperature for a reason. Going 5-2 in a week will do nice things for the temperature. Also helping: the pitching staff at 2.9 RA/G is a stabilizing force.
Cubs Game on August 06
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Wrigley Field |
| First Pitch: | 02:20 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | David Peterson (6-7, 5.52 ERA) vs Dylan Cease (7-5, 2.41 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Marquee Sports Network, Sportsnet, TVA Sports |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 78°F, Wind 4 mph |
Cubs Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs escaped with a win against the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-6 at Wrigley Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 14 | 1 |
 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 15 | 0 |
Highlights
- Carson Kelly went 3-5.
- Pete Crow-Armstrong went 3-5 with 2 HR and 4 RBI.
- Nico Hoerner went 3-4 with 1 RBI.
Cubs Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
71 | 43 | .623 | W2 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
66 | 49 | .574 | 5.5 | W3 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
57 | 58 | .496 | 14.5 | W1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
57 | 59 | .491 | 15.0 | L2 |
|
Reds
|
|
55 | 58 | .487 | 15.5 | W3 |
Chicago Cubs are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +12 run differential.
Cubs Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | .288 | .938 | 69 | |
| 19 | .273 | .847 | 64 | |
| 17 | .220 | .706 | 63 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-2 | 2.49 | 1.20 | 50.2 | |
| 4-3 | 3.71 | 1.18 | 53.1 | |
| 6-1 | 2.40 | 1.24 | 45.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 1 HR, 3 RBI, .444 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .545 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 1 HR, 3 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 2 HR, 5 RBI, .462 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.1 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 3.3000000000000003 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games | |
| 3.4 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Cubs News
The Cubs are heating up after a decisive 5-1 win over the Dodgers, showcasing their pitching dominance with just 2.4 runs allowed per game over the last week. Kevin Gausman, fresh off a trade from Toronto, is set to lead this revamped rotation into October, adding depth at a critical juncture. Meanwhile, Pete Crow-Armstrong is making his case as this year’s breakout star, reminding fans not to overlook his potential even amid the buzz surrounding Shohei Ohtani’s explosive leadoff home run. The trade deadline has reshaped the roster, with five new major leaguers now in the mix, reflecting the front office's bold strategy to bolster the team for a postseason push. With a solid record of 65-49, the Cubs are in comfortable territory, but the real test lies ahead as they aim to maintain this momentum against tough competition.
Cubs Upcoming Schedule
The Chicago Cubs visit the Washington Nationals for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.
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