Chicago Cubs News & Updates
The Chicago Cubs were 81-65, 2nd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs fell just short against the Milwaukee Brewers 3-4 at American Family Field.
The score reflects some real issues. A -6 run differential. Even the close losses add up. And 12 players on the IL. The depth is getting tested.
Cubs Game on September 09
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | American Family Field |
| First Pitch: | 07:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Kevin Gausman (9-11, 4.38 ERA) vs Logan Henderson (9-3, 2.48 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Marquee Sports Network, Brewers.TV Presented by Potawatomi Sportsbook |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 71°F, Wind 1 mph |
Cubs Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs fell just short against the Milwaukee Brewers 3-4 at American Family Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10+ | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 |
 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 12 | 0 |
Cubs Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
90 | 56 | .616 | W2 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
81 | 65 | .555 | 9.0 | L3 |
|
Pirates
|
|
72 | 73 | .497 | 17.5 | W2 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
72 | 74 | .493 | 18.0 | L2 |
|
Reds
|
|
69 | 76 | .476 | 20.5 | L2 |
Chicago Cubs are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a -6 run differential.
Cubs Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | .281 | .949 | 97 | |
| 24 | .268 | .844 | 80 | |
| 24 | .259 | .787 | 82 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-4 | 4.18 | 1.27 | 64.2 | |
| 6-4 | 3.36 | 1.25 | 61.2 | |
| 8-1 | 2.84 | 1.25 | 57.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .333 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 scoreless IP, 9 K in 3 recent games | |
| 7.0 IP, 9 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 IP, 8 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start |
Cubs News
The Cubs are stumbling just as the postseason looms, falling to the Brewers 4-3, which amplifies their bullpen struggles that have been haunting them all season. Jacob Webb, once a reliable arm, faced the music in the clubhouse, taking responsibility after yet another blown save. This has become a trend, with the bullpen allowing an alarming 5.6 runs per game over the last week, contributing to a -10 run differential. To complicate matters, the Cubs are left to reckon with their persistent issues against Milwaukee. With their focus shifting to October, the urgency to solidify the bullpen is palpable. Meanwhile, on the minor league front, there’s movement with Nick Madrigal potentially rejoining the Cubs, hinting at a proactive approach to bolstering the roster. Fans should brace themselves, the stakes are high, and the margin for error is razor-thin.
Cubs Upcoming Schedule
The Chicago Cubs host the Pittsburgh Pirates for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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