Chicago Cubs News & Updates
The Chicago Cubs were 57-44, 2nd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs routed the Detroit Tigers 11-2 at Wrigley Field.
The data is clear. Winning by 9 last night moved the needle. And going 5-2 in a week will do nice things for the temperature.
Cubs Game on July 22
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Wrigley Field |
| First Pitch: | 08:10 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Colin Rea (7-6, 4.74 ERA) vs Keider Montero (6-5, 3.22 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | ESPN/ESPN App, ESPN/ESPN App |
Cubs Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs routed the Detroit Tigers 11-2 at Wrigley Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 0 |
 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
Highlights
- Carson Kelly went 1-3 with 2 RBI.
- Seiya Suzuki went 0-3 with 2 RBI.
Cubs Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
63 | 38 | .624 | L1 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
57 | 44 | .564 | 6.0 | W1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
52 | 49 | .515 | 11.0 | L1 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
51 | 49 | .510 | 11.5 | L4 |
|
Reds
|
|
46 | 54 | .460 | 16.5 | W1 |
Chicago Cubs are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +23 run differential.
Cubs Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | .285 | .905 | 55 | |
| 16 | .270 | .832 | 52 | |
| 16 | .215 | .710 | 58 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-2 | 2.91 | 1.32 | 43.1 | |
| 5-1 | 2.61 | 1.26 | 38.0 | |
| 2-2 | 4.34 | 1.28 | 29.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 2 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start |
Cubs News
The Chicago Cubs bounced back from yesterday's disappointing loss to the Detroit Tigers, showcasing their offensive firepower with a commanding 6-1 victory in the first inning, sparked by Pete Crow-Armstrong's leadoff triple. David Peterson delivered a stellar performance on the mound, achieving his longest scoreless start since 1925 and impressing the Wrigley crowd. This win solidifies the Cubs' 56-44 record, keeping them firmly in the playoff hunt despite the looming trade deadline and recent injury concerns, particularly surrounding Phil Maton. As the Cubs look to build momentum, they will need to address their depth and continue capitalizing on their potent offense, especially with the Tigers coming back for another showdown.
Cubs Upcoming Schedule
The Chicago Cubs visit the Pittsburgh Pirates for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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