What is the Chicago Cubs record in 2026?

The Chicago Cubs are 6-8, 5th in the NL Central.

Who is pitching for the Cubs today?

Jameson Taillon (0-1, 2.53 ERA) vs Bubba Chandler (0-1, 3.12 ERA). First pitch at 02:20 PM EDT.

What channel is the Cubs game on today?

Today's game airs on SportsNet Pittsburgh, Marquee Sports Network. First pitch at 02:20 PM EDT.

Chicago Cubs News & Updates

April 12, 2026

The Chicago Cubs were 6-8, 5th in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs let it slip away against the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-4 at Wrigley Field.

Cubs Daily Vibe Check

54°

▲3

Lukewarm

outscoring opponents

Balanced, and not in the fun way. Run differential of +6 this week. They're not just winning, they're winning comfortably. Factor in a 3.1 RA/G from the staff this week. Clean work.

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Cubs Game on April 12

Opponent:	Pittsburgh Pirates (9-5)
Location:	Wrigley Field
First Pitch:	02:20 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Jameson Taillon (0-1, 2.53 ERA) vs Bubba Chandler (0-1, 3.12 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	SportsNet Pittsburgh, Marquee Sports Network
Forecast:	☀️ Clear sky, 53°F, Wind 9 mph

Cubs Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs let it slip away against the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-4 at Wrigley Field.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10+	R	H	E
	0	1	2	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	4	12	1
	0	0	0	0	1	0	1	0	1	0	3	9	3

The Pittsburgh Pirates clinched the win in the 11th inning.

Cubs Record & Standings

NL Central

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Pirates	9	5	.643		W2
Reds	9	6	.600	0.5	W1
Cardinals	8	6	.571	1.0	L1
Brewers	8	6	.571	1.0	L4
Cubs	6	8	.429	3.0	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
2 Nico Hoerner	1	.308	.903	10
8 Ian Happ	4	.208	.809	7
9 Miguel Amaya	1	.238	.789	4

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
15 Carson Kelly	3 hits, .5 AVG in last 3 games
20 Michael Conforto	4 hits, 3 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games
25 Moisés Ballesteros	3 hits, .429 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
18 Shota Imanaga	6.0 IP, 9 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start

Cubs News

The Chicago Cubs face a tough reality as they grapple with a disheartening 4-3 loss to the Pirates in extra innings, highlighted by an inexperienced player stepping in at first base. Manager Craig Counsell remains optimistic about the offense, proclaiming that a turnaround is imminent. Meanwhile, the return of Seiya Suzuki from a knee sprain offers a glimmer of hope, but it comes amidst further injury woes as Phil Maton heads to the IL. With a shaky pitching staff anchored by Shota Imanaga, the Cubs need to find stability fast. This team sits at 6-7 with a lukewarm vibe, and while the +6 run differential suggests potential, last night's loss pulls them further from the path to consistency.

Sources

Bleed Cubbie Blue

Cubs Minor League Wrap: Grant Kipp shines for Smokies

Right-hander Zac Leigh was activated off the Development List and assigned to Triple-A Iowa. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs were too fast for the Omaha Storm Chasers (Royals), 7-3. Starter Vince Velasquez gave up two runs in the top of the first inning, but settled down after that. The final line on Velasquez was two […]

Bleed Cubbie Blue

Pirates 4, Cubs 3: This space intentionally left blank

I’m not sure what to think of the Cubs’ frustrating 4-3, 11-inning loss to the Pirates Saturday afternoon at Wrigley Field. Should I be unhappy because they lost, and part of the reason was a player playing his first game at first base — ever? Or should I take some solace in the fact that […]

MLB.com

Cubs’ late rally forces extras, but frustrating 11th foils bid for win

CHICAGO -- Inside the interview room in the Cubs’ clubhouse at Wrigley Field, manager Craig Counsell expressed confidence that his team’s struggling offense would find its footing here before too long. “Look, it’s going to turn,” Counsell said. “It’s going to happen.”

Cubbiescrib

Jed Hoyer defends Cubs' Cade Horton blueprint while injury creates false narrative

Jed Hoyer defended the Chicago Cubs' development man for Cade Horton in the aftermath of Horton's injury.

Cubbiescrib

Written off heading into 2026, Shota Imanaga is anchoring a shorthanded Cubs' staff

Shota Imanaga is locking down an injury-hampered Chicago Cubs starting rotation, ready to prove his rocky 2025 sophomore season was a fluke.

Mlbtraderumors

Cubs To Activate Seiya Suzuki, Designate Dylan Carlson For Assignment

Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki is back from the injured list after missing the first two weeks of the season with a knee sprain, according to multiple reports. Dylan Carlson was designated for assignment to clear space for Suzuki’s return. Chicago is also placing Phil Maton on the IL with a knee injury. Ethan Roberts is […]

Cubs Upcoming Schedule

The Chicago Cubs visit the Philadelphia Phillies for a 3-game series starting Monday.

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