Chicago Cubs News & Updates
The Chicago Cubs were 54-43, 2nd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs came up short against the Minnesota Twins 2-5 at Wrigley Field.
Perfectly average, for better or worse. The 3-run loss last night is the heaviest factor today. Also weighing on the score: 14 players on the IL. The depth is getting tested.
Cubs Game on July 18
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Wrigley Field |
| First Pitch: | 02:20 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Matthew Boyd (5-1, 4.50 ERA) vs Taj Bradley (9-3, 3.59 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Twins.TV Presented by Progressive, Marquee Sports Network |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 74°F, Wind 5 mph |
Cubs Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs came up short against the Minnesota Twins 2-5 at Wrigley Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 7 | 1 |
 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 1 |
Cubs Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
60 | 37 | .619 | W1 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
54 | 43 | .557 | 6.0 | L1 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
51 | 45 | .531 | 8.5 | W1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
50 | 47 | .515 | 10.0 | W3 |
|
Reds
|
|
44 | 52 | .458 | 15.5 | W1 |
Chicago Cubs are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +3 run differential.
Cubs Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | .288 | .911 | 53 | |
| 16 | .209 | .699 | 58 | |
| 15 | .269 | .815 | 48 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-2 | 3.05 | 1.28 | 41.1 | |
| 5-1 | 2.72 | 1.29 | 36.1 | |
| 2-2 | 4.23 | 1.30 | 27.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 2 HR, 6 RBI, .333 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 2 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 2.5 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games | |
| 2 SV, 2.2 IP, 0 ER in 3 recent games |
Cubs News
The Chicago Cubs are riding a solid wave, currently sitting at 54-42, bolstered by a strong 5-2 week and an impressive +8 run differential over that span. As they prepare to face the Minnesota Twins, the focus turns to the health of key players, particularly shortstop Dansby Swanson, who recently took a scary shot to the face during a game. His condition could impact the Cubs' strategy as the trade deadline approaches, adding urgency to general manager Jed Hoyer's plans. Meanwhile, the organization is making moves in the minors, promoting promising talents like catcher Owen Ayers to Triple-A Iowa, showcasing a commitment to building for the future. The unveiling of the logo for the 2027 All-Star Game at Wrigley Field serves as a reminder of the franchise's storied history, even as it looks to carve out its present.
Cubs Upcoming Schedule
The Chicago Cubs host the Detroit Tigers for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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