Chicago Cubs News & Updates
The Chicago Cubs were 86-69, 2nd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs handled the Cincinnati Reds 5-2 at Great American Ball Park.
Room to grow, but the floor is solid. A W by 3 last night. The most recent result always counts most. Also helping: a +6 run differential says the wins aren't flukey.
Cubs Game on September 20
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Great American Ball Park |
| First Pitch: | 01:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | TBD (TBD) vs Rhett Lowder (6-11, 5.79 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Marquee Sports Network, Reds.TV |
Cubs Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs handled the Cincinnati Reds 5-2 at Great American Ball Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 8 | 1 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
Highlights
- Michael Busch went 2-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Dansby Swanson went 2-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Cubs Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
97 | 58 | .626 | W2 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
86 | 69 | .555 | 11.0 | W1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
78 | 77 | .503 | 19.0 | W3 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
75 | 80 | .484 | 22.0 | L4 |
|
Reds
|
|
72 | 83 | .465 | 25.0 | L1 |
Chicago Cubs are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +6 run differential.
Cubs Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44 | .277 | .940 | 105 | |
| 26 | .260 | .801 | 88 | |
| 24 | .267 | .833 | 84 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-4 | 3.97 | 1.28 | 68.0 | |
| 6-5 | 3.48 | 1.27 | 64.2 | |
| 11-10 | 3.80 | 1.10 | 168.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 1 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .429 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 1 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .214 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 9 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 IP, 7 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start |
Cubs News
The Cubs suffered a disappointing 6-4 loss to the Reds, but there are glimmers of hope as they prepare for today's rematch. Pete Crow-Armstrong continues to dazzle, with the hitting coach revealing the turning point that has catapulted him into MVP conversations. Meanwhile, the bullpen delivered a much-needed scoreless performance, although their 4.50 ERA since late August remains a concern. Dansby Swanson's return from the injured list adds a much-needed boost, and Justin Steele's rehabilitation efforts are trending positively, showcasing his potential return to the rotation. With the Cubs sitting at 85-69 and outscoring opponents significantly lately, there’s still a path to the playoffs if they can tighten up those pitching issues. Today’s game is a chance to rebound and keep the momentum going.
Cubs Upcoming Schedule
The Chicago Cubs host the Miami Marlins for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.
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