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The Chicago Cubs are 76-58, 2nd in the NL Central. The Chicago Cubs did not play yesterday. Today they play the Cincinnati Reds at 02:20 PM EDT on Marquee Sports Network, Reds.TV.

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Cubs Daily Vibe Check
56°
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Lukewarm
a rough stretch
31° 80°

Hard to read this team right now. The 2-5 record this week is doing most of the damage. Working in their favor, plus-16 in run differential this stretch.

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Cubs Game Today

Opponent:Cincinnati Reds (63-71)
Location:Wrigley Field
First Pitch:02:20 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:David Peterson (7-7, 5.17 ERA) vs Rhett Lowder (5-8, 5.13 ERA)
TV Broadcast:Marquee Sports Network, Reds.TV

Cubs Score & Recap

The Chicago Cubs did not play yesterday.

Cubs Record & Standings

NL Central

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Brewers
8351.619 W2
Cubs
7658.5677.0 L2
Cardinals
6768.49616.5 W1
Pirates
6570.48118.5 L1
Reds
6371.47020.0 W1

Chicago Cubs are 2-5 in their last 7 games, with a +16 run differential.

Cubs Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
4
Pete Crow-Armstrong
33.276.92483
27
Seiya Suzuki
22.270.84275
3
Alex Bregman
19.252.75469

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
71
Jacob Webb
6-42.911.2358.2
25
Clay Holmes
5-62.261.0675.2
56
Ryan Zeferjahn
4-44.071.2959.2

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
20
Michael Conforto
5 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .556 AVG in last 3 games
55
Tyrone Taylor
4 hits, 1 RBI, .444 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
38
Aaron Civale
7.1 scoreless IP, 8 K in 3 recent games
12
Kevin Gausman
7.0 IP, 6 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start

Cubs News

The Chicago Cubs' recent road trip was a bust, dropping series to both the Mariners and the Diamondbacks, which has left fans feeling lukewarm about their team's 76-58 record. Despite managing an impressive +16 run differential over the last week, the Cubs have only pulled off two wins in their last seven games, raising concerns about the bullpen as they struggle for momentum. With the 150th anniversary celebration on the horizon, the team is looking to spark some excitement, as Ian Happ reflected on the privilege of being part of such a storied franchise. Meanwhile, the front office is likely preparing for offseason chatter, particularly surrounding general manager Carter Hawkins, as the Cubs look to shore up their roster amidst minor league moves like Kevin Alcántara's optioning to Triple-A.

Sources
Cubs Minor League Wrap: Owen Ayers walks it off for Iowa
Bleed Cubbie Blue · 7h ago
Cubs Minor League Wrap: Owen Ayers walks it off for Iowa
Outfielder Kevin Alcántara has been optioned down to Triple-A Iowa, in what I assume is a prelude to Matt Shaw being activated off the injured list tomorrow. Catcher Michael Carico has been activated off the Development List and rejoined High-A South Bend. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs used an umbrella to ward away the Omaha […]
The Short Porch is thinking about the Cubs bullpen
Bleed Cubbie Blue · 15h ago
The Short Porch is thinking about the Cubs bullpen
It wasn’t the best western road trip for the Chicago Cubs. They headed to Seattle having won nine road series on the road, and they head back to Chicago having dropped both series against the Mariners and the Diamondbacks. Not only that, they’ve lost three of their last four series and while they still have […]
Here are 6 fun facts in celebration of Cubs' 150th anniversary
MLB.com · 20h ago
Here are 6 fun facts in celebration of Cubs' 150th anniversary
With the Cubs celebrating their 150th anniversary as a National League franchise this weekend, it’s a great time to take a look back at the rich history of the team. We could easily give you 150 fun facts for the 150th anniversary, but that might be a bit much. Instead,
'We're spoiled and we know it': Happ reflects on being a Cub ahead of 150th celebration
MLB.com · 22h ago
'We're spoiled and we know it': Happ reflects on being a Cub ahead of 150th celebration
This story was excerpted from Jordan Bastian’s Cubs Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox.
Astros' oddly-timed Dana Brown departure should give Cubs perspective on Carter Hawkins
Cubbiescrib · 11h ago
Astros' oddly-timed Dana Brown departure should give Cubs perspective on Carter Hawkins
Carter Hawkins will be a popular name on the executive rumor mill this offseason, but the Cubs may not have to worry too much about losing their general manager.
Cubs fans can't ignore Pete Crow-Armstrong may have fixed Mariners' Cal Raleigh mystery
Cubbiescrib · 13h ago
Cubs fans can't ignore Pete Crow-Armstrong may have fixed Mariners' Cal Raleigh mystery
Pete Crow-Armstrong apparently gifted Cal Raleigh some of his MVP powers over the weekend, as the Mariners' catcher is back to peak form since playing against the Cubs.

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Cubs Upcoming Schedule

DateOpponentTime
Sat 08/29
vs Cincinnati Reds
2:20 PM
Sun 08/30
vs Cincinnati Reds
7:20 PM
Mon 08/31
vs Milwaukee Brewers
7:40 PM

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