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The Chicago Cubs were 3-3, 5th in the NL Central. The Chicago Cubs did not play yesterday.

Cubs Daily Vibe Check
63°
Warm
the season is just getting started

Only 6 games in. The trend line looks fine. The 4-run win last night carries weight here. Plus, outpacing opponents by 6 runs this stretch.

Cubs Game on April 03

Opponent:Cleveland Guardians (4-3)
Location:Progressive Field
First Pitch:04:10 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:TBD (TBD) vs Joey Cantillo (0-0, 4.91 ERA)
TV Broadcast:Marquee Sports Network, Guardians.TV Presented by Progressive, WKYC 3
Forecast:🌫️ Foggy, 43°F, Wind 10 mph

Cubs Score & Recap

The Chicago Cubs did not play yesterday.

Cubs Record & Standings

NL Central

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Brewers
51.833 W2
Cardinals
42.6671.0 W2
Pirates
33.5002.0 W2
Reds
33.5002.0 L2
Cubs
33.5002.0 W1

Chicago Cubs are 3-3 in their last 7 games, with a +6 run differential.

Cubs Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
9
Miguel Amaya
1.3751.1942
8
Ian Happ
3.208.9465
2
Nico Hoerner
0.318.8853

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
2
Nico Hoerner
5 hits, 2 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games

Cubs News

The Cubs are facing some serious early-season concerns, notably in the starting pitching department, as fans weigh in on what keeps them up at night. With the home opener looming, there's an air of anticipation mixed with anxiety, especially given Dansby Swanson's swing changes that have yet to deliver results. It’s a red flag for a team that needs offensive consistency if they hope to keep pace in the division. Meanwhile, the buzz around hot young talent like Konnor Griffin adds a layer of excitement in the league, while the Cubs are left wondering how Shota Imanaga will fit into the rotation once Justin Steele returns. If the pitching woes don't subside soon, the Cubs could find themselves in a tight spot before they even hit their stride.

Sources
SB Nation Reacts: Cubs starting pitching is your biggest concern
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SB Nation Reacts: Cubs starting pitching is your biggest concern
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Cubs fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Earlier this week, I asked you what your biggest concern is about the Cubs. It’s very early in the […]
MLB News: Konnor Griffin, ABS challeges, CB Bucknor, Tropicana Field, Shohei Ohtani
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MLB News: Konnor Griffin, ABS challeges, CB Bucknor, Tropicana Field, Shohei Ohtani
Happy Friday, everyone. We’re getting ever closer to the Cubs’ home opener, which is looking like it might be a typically chilly affair. In the meantime, things are heating up in Pittsburgh, and not just because of the popularity of The Pitt. The Pirates are calling up one of the hottest prospects in baseball, Konnor […]
Dansby Swanson's much-discussed swing changes raising an early red flag for the Cubs
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Dansby Swanson's much-discussed swing changes raising an early red flag for the Cubs
Dansby Swanson made offseason changes to his swing but the Chicago Cubs have yet to see the results they were hoping for.
Projecting Shota Imanaga's role on 2026 Cubs roster once Justin Steele returns
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Projecting Shota Imanaga's role on 2026 Cubs roster once Justin Steele returns
Shota Imanaga's struggles have created a confusing situation for the Chicago Cubs, which will only become more complicated once Justin Steele is healthy.
Dylan Cease Can Reach His Cy Young Ceiling for the Blue Jays
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Dylan Cease Can Reach His Cy Young Ceiling for the Blue Jays
Dylan Cease has been a controversial pitcher ever since he debuted with the Chicago White Sox back in 2019. Armed with hellacious stuff, Cease has long been one of, if not the best, strikeout starters in the sport. The issue he’s run into seemingly every other year of his career is inefficiency. Cease has often […] The post Dylan Cease Can Reach His Cy Young Ceiling for the Blue Jays appeared first on Just Baseball.
2026 MLB Draft: MLB Sets Slot Values, Bonus Pools
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2026 MLB Draft: MLB Sets Slot Values, Bonus Pools
With the Chicago White Sox less than four months away from making their pick, Major League Baseball released the bonus pools and slot values for the 2026 MLB Draft on Wednesday. An increase in MLB revenues have led to another increase in values, as 2026’s pick values are 2.5% higher than last year. The first-overall […] The post 2026 MLB Draft: MLB Sets Slot Values, Bonus Pools appeared first on Just Baseball.

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The Chicago Cubs visit the Tampa Bay Rays for a 3-game series starting Monday.

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