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The Chicago Cubs are in a tailspin, dropping to a 34-33 record after a disheartening 7-3 loss to the Colorado Rockies last night. The offense remains bafflingly stagnant, with the team’s recent struggles resulting in a dismal -20 run differential over the past week. While Shota Imanaga delivered an impressive five scoreless innings at Coors Field, the Cubs' lineup couldn't muster any support, leading to another frustrating defeat. Compounding their troubles, Jameson Taillon’s placement on the injured list adds to a rotation already reeling from injuries, with Matthew Boyd now facing a shoulder setback. As fans watch the team sink into mediocrity, questions loom over what, if anything, can spark a turnaround. With the potential for a reboot in the minors, the Cubs need to rediscover their rhythm quickly, or this season could slip away into the abyss.

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Cubs Minor League Wrap: Owen Ayers goes wild
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Cubs Minor League Wrap: Owen Ayers goes wild
The Cubs released right-hander Jeff Brigham. Brigham was signed to a minor league deal in the offseason but was injured in Spring Training and never actually pitched for Iowa or any other minor league team. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs were locked in a cave by the Louisville Bats (Reds), 20-5. Yikes. Jordan Wicks started […]
Imanaga shines at Coors, but Cubs' 'confusing' offensive woes continue
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Imanaga shines at Coors, but Cubs' 'confusing' offensive woes continue
DENVER – Given Shota Imanaga’s recent troubles with giving up home runs, Coors Field did not seem like a great antidote for the Cubs’ starter. The lefty then went out and defied the elements on Wednesday with five scoreless innings, delivering one of his more impressive outings of the season.
Boyd's comeback from knee surgery delayed by shoulder soreness
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Boyd's comeback from knee surgery delayed by shoulder soreness
DENVER – In the wake of Jameson Taillon landing on the injured list on Tuesday, Cubs manager Craig Counsell at least pointed to Matthew Boyd’s pending return as a piece of good news for a rotation that has been constantly hit with setbacks this season. The plans surrounding Boyd’s comeback
Matthew Boyd’s injury setback is an ominous tale Cubs know all too well
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Matthew Boyd’s injury setback is an ominous tale Cubs know all too well
Matthew Boyd has suffered a setback and won't be starting for the Chicago Cubs against the San Francisco Giant this weekend.
Former top Cubs executive looks to be on borrowed time with the Red Sox
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Former top Cubs executive looks to be on borrowed time with the Red Sox
Craig Breslow and the Boston Red Sox are having a disastrous 2026 season, meaning the former Chicago Cubs executive could soon find himself looking for work again.
Cubs Could Use a Shot After Losing Jameson
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Cubs Could Use a Shot After Losing Jameson
A bunch of additions, some of them by subtraction. The post Cubs Could Use a Shot After Losing Jameson appeared first on Baseball Prospectus.

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