Chicago Cubs News & Updates
The Chicago Cubs were 17-9, 1st in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs downed the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-4 at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium.
Can't argue with this. Moved into first. That's a big deal for the score. Also helping: a 7-0 week speaks for itself.
Cubs Game on April 25
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium |
| First Pitch: | 07:15 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Colin Rea (3-0, 3.00 ERA) vs Roki Sasaki (0-2, 6.11 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | FOX, FOX |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 54°F, Wind 5 mph |
Cubs Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs downed the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-4 at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 11 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0 |
Highlights
- Alex Bregman went 2-5 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Dansby Swanson went 2-3 with 1 HR and 4 RBI.
Cubs Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Cubs
|
|
17 | 9 | .654 | W10 | |
|
Reds
|
|
17 | 9 | .654 | W1 | |
|
Pirates
|
|
15 | 11 | .577 | 2.0 | W1 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
14 | 11 | .560 | 2.5 | L2 |
|
Brewers
|
|
13 | 12 | .520 | 3.5 | L3 |
Chicago Cubs are 7-0 in their last 7 games, with a +18 run differential.
Cubs Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | .400 | 1.098 | 11 | |
| 4 | .299 | .851 | 23 | |
| 6 | .209 | .802 | 21 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-1 | 2.17 | 0.72 | 29.0 | |
| 2-0 | 2.73 | 1.18 | 29.2 | |
| 1-1 | 4.55 | 1.30 | 27.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 1 HR, 6 RBI, .364 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 2 HR, 5 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 2 RBI, .444 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 11 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.1 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games |
Cubs News
The Chicago Cubs are riding a scorching hot streak, boasting a 7-0 record over the last week and recently climbing to first place in the division after an 8-7 nail-biter against the Phillies. As they prepare to face the formidable Los Angeles Dodgers, the team's momentum is palpable, bolstered by key contributions from players like Nico Hoerner, whose electrifying defense has become a highlight reel of its own. With Moisés Ballesteros batting an impressive .392, the Cubs are proving they can compete with the best. Meanwhile, the front office's confidence shines through their decision to pass on Lucas Giolito, trusting in the solid performances of Colin Rea and Javier Assad. As the North Siders gear up for this pivotal matchup, they appear ready to show that their recent surge is not just a flash in the pan.
Cubs Upcoming Schedule
The Chicago Cubs visit the San Diego Padres for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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