Chicago Cubs News & Updates
The Chicago Cubs were 2-3, 5th in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs were outplayed by the Los Angeles Angels 0-2 at Wrigley Field.
Just 5 games into the season. A mixed bag this week. Dropped last night by 2 and the temperature took a hit. And going 2-3 lately. That drags everything down.
Cubs Game on April 01
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Wrigley Field |
| First Pitch: | 02:20 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Matthew Boyd (0-1, 14.73 ERA) vs Yusei Kikuchi (0-0, 4.15 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Marquee Sports Network, FanDuel Sports Network West |
| Forecast: | 🌤️ Mostly sunny, 73°F, Wind 11 mph |
Cubs Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs were outplayed by the Los Angeles Angels 0-2 at Wrigley Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 1 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
Cubs Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Brewers
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4 | 1 | .800 | W1 | |
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Reds
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3 | 2 | .600 | 1.0 | L1 |
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Cardinals
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3 | 2 | .600 | 1.0 | W1 |
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Pirates
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2 | 3 | .400 | 2.0 | W1 |
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Cubs
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2 | 3 | .400 | 2.0 | L1 |
Chicago Cubs are 2-3 in their last 7 games, with a +2 run differential.
Cubs Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | .429 | 1.286 | 2 | |
| 3 | .211 | 1.032 | 5 | |
| 2 | .190 | .737 | 2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3 hits, 2 HR, 2 RBI, .25 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 2 hits, 2 HR, 2 RBI, .222 AVG in last 3 games |
Cubs News
The Cubs bounced back with a solid 7-2 win over the Angels, but the lingering injury concerns surrounding Seiya Suzuki cast a shadow over the victory. With his knee issues extending his time on the IL, the urgency for a decision on Michael Conforto grows, as the Cubs can't afford to waste opportunities in a tightly contested division. Meanwhile, Ian Happ continues to lead by example, showcasing his value as the longest-tenured Cub while batting well amidst the chilly conditions at Wrigley. The offense has been inconsistent, and now the team needs to build on this momentum, especially as Pete Crow-Armstrong's defensive hiccups surface. With a 2-2 record, the Cubs are still finding their footing, and the next week could be pivotal as they navigate early-season challenges.
Cubs Upcoming Schedule
The Chicago Cubs visit the Cleveland Guardians for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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