Chicago Cubs Daily Update
The Chicago Cubs are 28-16, 1st in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs topped the Atlanta Braves 2-0 at Truist Park. Today they play the Chicago White Sox at 07:40 PM EDT on Marquee Sports Network, Chicago Sports Network, WCIU TV.
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Room to grow, but the floor is solid. Just 2.9 runs per game this stretch. Not enough. Working in their favor, last night's win by 2 gives the score a boost.
Cubs Game Today
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Rate Field |
| First Pitch: | 07:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Edward Cabrera (3-1, 3.88 ERA) vs Sean Burke (2-3, 3.68 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Marquee Sports Network, Chicago Sports Network, WCIU TV |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 54°F, Wind 9 mph |
Cubs Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs topped the Atlanta Braves 2-0 at Truist Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 |
Highlights
- Ian Happ went 2-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Cubs Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Cubs
|
|
28 | 16 | .636 | W1 | |
|
Brewers
|
|
24 | 17 | .585 | 2.5 | W1 |
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Cardinals
|
|
25 | 18 | .581 | 2.5 | W1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
24 | 20 | .545 | 4.0 | W1 |
|
Reds
|
|
23 | 21 | .523 | 5.0 | W1 |
Chicago Cubs are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a -2 run differential.
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Cubs Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | .234 | .857 | 19 | |
| 4 | .267 | .752 | 29 | |
| 7 | .264 | .856 | 16 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-1 | 1.60 | 0.86 | 33.2 | |
| 4-3 | 2.32 | 0.90 | 54.1 | |
| 3-1 | 3.88 | 1.32 | 46.1 |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 10 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start |
Cubs News
The Chicago Cubs, now sitting at 27-14 and leading the division, are poised for a showdown against the Atlanta Braves after a much-needed break. After snapping a four-game losing streak with a 2-0 victory over the Braves, the Cubs are regaining their momentum, thanks in part to hot bats from Ian Happ and Ben Brown's impressive pitching. Meanwhile, the minor leagues are buzzing, with Cubs' No. 6 prospect Kane Kepley exploding for a four-hit, five-run game, showing promise for the future. However, there's concern surrounding Edward Cabrera, who hasn't quite lived up to expectations, prompting speculation about potential pitching reinforcements. As the Cubs prepare for a crucial stretch, they are cruising with a +5 run differential, and the vibes are definitely warm in Chicago.
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| Date | Opponent | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Sat 05/16 |
@ Chicago White Sox
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7:10 PM |
| Sun 05/17 |
@ Chicago White Sox
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2:10 PM |
| Mon 05/18 |
vs Milwaukee Brewers
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7:40 PM |
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