Chicago Cubs News & Updates
The Chicago Cubs were 22-12, 1st in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs handled the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-4 at Wrigley Field.
It all adds up right now. Moved into first. That's a big deal for the score. Add in last night's 4-run victory is the freshest data point.
Cubs Game on May 04
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Wrigley Field |
| First Pitch: | 07:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Edward Cabrera (3-0, 3.06 ERA) vs Chase Petty (TBD) |
| TV Broadcast: | Reds.TV, Marquee Sports Network, Gray Media, WXIX FOX19 |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 51°F, Wind 6 mph |
Cubs Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs handled the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-4 at Wrigley Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 0 |
 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 12 | 0 |
Highlights
- Michael Busch went 2-3 with 4 RBI.
- Carson Kelly went 2-4 with 2 RBI.
- Moisés Ballesteros went 2-4 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
Cubs Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Cubs
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22 | 12 | .647 | W5 | |
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Cardinals
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20 | 14 | .588 | 2.0 | L1 |
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Reds
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20 | 14 | .588 | 2.0 | L3 |
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Brewers
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18 | 15 | .545 | 3.5 | L1 |
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Pirates
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19 | 16 | .543 | 3.5 | W3 |
Chicago Cubs are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +5 run differential.
Cubs Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | .317 | .978 | 18 | |
| 4 | .301 | .841 | 26 | |
| 8 | .248 | .893 | 15 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-2 | 2.40 | 0.85 | 41.1 | |
| 3-0 | 3.06 | 1.19 | 35.1 | |
| 2-1 | 4.41 | 1.15 | 34.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 6 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, .4 AVG in last 3 games |
Cubs News
The Chicago Cubs have now swept the Arizona Diamondbacks, clinching an 8-4 victory to mark their 11th straight win at Wrigley Field. Moisés Ballesteros shined with a homer, while Michael Busch's bases-loaded triple showcased the depth of this roster. With a 21-12 record, the Cubs are embracing the chaotic atmosphere of Wrigley, turning it into an advantage. However, the minor league landscape tells a different story, as Jordan Wicks struggled in his rehab start, surrendering six runs in 3.2 innings. Meanwhile, former Cubs prospects Owen Caissie and Cam Smith have also hit rough patches. As fans celebrate their team's ascent to first place, it's hard to ignore the injury concerns, especially with pitcher Ryan Helsley now on the IL, a move many fans had dreaded since last winter.
Cubs Upcoming Schedule
The Chicago Cubs visit the Texas Rangers for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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