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The Chicago Cubs were 0-1, 3rd in the NL Central. The Chicago Cubs did not play yesterday.

Cubs Daily Vibe Check
35°
Cool
the season is just getting started

Only 1 games in. Tough week to look at. Dropped last night by 6 and the temperature took a hit. Also weighing on the score: the staff giving up 10.0 RA/G this week.

Cubs Game on March 28

Opponent:Washington Nationals (1-0)
Location:Wrigley Field
First Pitch:02:20 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Cade Horton (TBD) vs Miles Mikolas (TBD)
TV Broadcast:Marquee Sports Network, Nationals.TV
Forecast:☀️ Clear sky, 41°F, Wind 5 mph

Cubs Score & Recap

The Chicago Cubs did not play yesterday.

Cubs Record & Standings

NL Central

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Brewers
101.000 W1
Cardinals
101.000 W1
Cubs
01.0001.0 L1
Pirates
01.0001.0 L1
Reds
01.0001.0 L1

Chicago Cubs are 0-1 in their last 7 games, with a -6 run differential.

Cubs Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
29
Michael Busch
0.7502.0501
15
Carson Kelly
0.333.8330
4
Pete Crow-Armstrong
0.400.8002

Cubs News

The Cubs' season is off to a rocky start as they fell to the Nationals by a crushing 10-4 at Wrigley Field, exposing serious issues on the mound with a staggering 10 runs allowed per game. As fans digest the disappointing opener, the organization's focus also shifts to the future, with Pete Crow-Armstrong's record extension making headlines and replacing Jason Heyward's recent retirement as a central talking point. Heyward, a fan favorite and a key piece of the 2016 World Series team, leaves behind a legacy filled with Gold Gloves and memorable moments. Meanwhile, excitement brews in the minors as the Iowa Cubs secured a comfortable 5-2 win over the Columbus Clippers. With the young talent making waves, like Crow-Armstrong, the Cubs must find quick solutions to their pitching woes before the season spirals further out of control.

Sources
Iowa Cubs Wrap: Jonny Long helps sink Clippers, 5-2
Bleed Cubbie Blue
Iowa Cubs Wrap: Jonny Long helps sink Clippers, 5-2
Welcome to another year of the Minor League Wrap. Although for the first week, we’ll just be the Iowa Cubs wrap as they started the season this evening and the other three affiliates wait until next Friday. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs boarded and seized the Columbus Clippers (Guardians), 5-2. Javier Assad got the Opening […]
PCA caps birthday week with press conference on record extension
MLB.com
PCA caps birthday week with press conference on record extension
CHICAGO – As fast as Pete Crow-Armstrong is on the bases and in center field, the speed at which Cubs fans have embraced the budding star has been just as spectacular. His jersey is easy to spot in the stands in every ballpark he visits and chants of his initials
Every Cubs free agent next offseason and who is most likely to stay or leave
Cubbiescrib
Every Cubs free agent next offseason and who is most likely to stay or leave
Nico Hoerner’s extension changes the outlook—breaking down every Cubs free agent next offseason with stay-or-leave predictions
Jason Heyward Announces Retirement
Mlbtraderumors
Jason Heyward Announces Retirement
After spending parts of 16 seasons in the majors, outfielder Jason Heyward is calling it a career. The five-time Gold Glove winner and 2016 World Series champion announced the end of his playing career this morning in an appearance on MLB Network (video link). “After 16 major league seasons, I’m going to announce my retirement,” […]
8 Young Players Auditioning At New Positions
Mlbtraderumors
8 Young Players Auditioning At New Positions
The 2026 season has gotten underway for all but six teams. The A's, Blue Jays, Braves, Royals, Rockies and Marlins will kick off their seasons today. The return of meaningful games has revealed or confirmed some usage plans. There are a few veteran players who are known to be changing their primary positions this season […]
Jason Heyward retires: Memorable moments with Braves and Cubs highlight 16-year MLB career
CBS Sports
Jason Heyward retires: Memorable moments with Braves and Cubs highlight 16-year MLB career
Heyward, who homered in his first MLB at-bat, won five Gold Gloves and two World Series rings

Cubs Upcoming Schedule

The Chicago Cubs host the Los Angeles Angels for a 3-game series starting Monday.

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