Chicago Cubs News & Updates
The Chicago Cubs were 3-4, 5th in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs dropped one to the Cleveland Guardians 1-4 at Progressive Field.
Small sample size at 7 games. Treading water. A 3-run loss last night is the biggest weight on the score. At least outscoring opponents by 3 this week.
Cubs Game on April 04
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Progressive Field |
| First Pitch: | 07:15 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Shota Imanaga (0-1, 7.20 ERA) vs Slade Cecconi (0-1, 12.46 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | FOX, FOX |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 61°F, Wind 3 mph |
Cubs Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs dropped one to the Cleveland Guardians 1-4 at Progressive Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0 |
Cubs Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Brewers
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5 | 1 | .833 | W2 | |
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Pirates
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4 | 3 | .571 | 1.5 | W3 |
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Reds
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4 | 3 | .571 | 1.5 | W1 |
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Cardinals
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4 | 3 | .571 | 1.5 | L1 |
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Cubs
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3 | 4 | .429 | 2.5 | L1 |
Chicago Cubs are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a +3 run differential.
Cubs Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | .400 | 1.255 | 3 | |
| 3 | .179 | .817 | 5 | |
| 0 | .292 | .858 | 3 |
Cubs News
The Cubs' early season momentum took a hit with a 4-1 loss to the Guardians, but the bigger concern is the injury to Cade Horton, who exited after just 17 pitches due to right forearm discomfort, raising alarms about his status moving forward. As the team looks to rebound, Seiya Suzuki is inching closer to a return, successfully logging five innings in a rehab assignment in Double-A Knoxville, which could provide much-needed offense. Speaking of offense, Pete Crow-Armstrong's recent performance is making his contract extension look like a savvy investment, showcasing not just potential but a tangible shift in his approach at the plate. With a bullpen that’s already raising eyebrows and a mixed bag of performances, the Cubs need to find stability quickly as they prepare for a crucial stretch.
Cubs Upcoming Schedule
The Chicago Cubs visit the Tampa Bay Rays for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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