Chicago Cubs News & Updates
The Chicago Cubs were 60-46, 2nd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs handled the St. Louis Cardinals 7-3 at Busch Stadium.
The numbers paint a decent picture. Last night's 4-run victory is the freshest data point. Factor in 6.6 R/G this week. The lineup is doing its job.
Cubs Game on July 28
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Busch Stadium |
| First Pitch: | 07:45 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Colin Rea (7-7, 4.85 ERA) vs TBD (TBD) |
| TV Broadcast: | Cardinals.TV Presented by bet365, Marquee Sports Network, TBS (out-of-market only), TBS (out-of-market only) |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 72°F, Wind 5 mph |
Cubs Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs handled the St. Louis Cardinals 7-3 at Busch Stadium.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 14 | 0 |
 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 1 |
Highlights
- Alex Bregman went 4-5 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
- Nico Hoerner went 4-5 with 1 HR and 4 RBI.
Cubs Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
66 | 40 | .623 | L1 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
60 | 46 | .566 | 6.0 | W1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
55 | 52 | .514 | 11.5 | W2 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
53 | 53 | .500 | 13.0 | L2 |
|
Reds
|
|
49 | 55 | .471 | 16.0 | W1 |
Chicago Cubs are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +18 run differential.
Cubs Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | .288 | .928 | 60 | |
| 18 | .264 | .824 | 58 | |
| 0 | 1.000 | 2.000 | 0 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-2 | 2.78 | 1.30 | 45.1 | |
| 5-1 | 2.66 | 1.30 | 40.2 | |
| 3-2 | 4.06 | 1.23 | 31.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 2 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 3 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 7 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .538 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 2 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games |
Cubs News
The Cubs are feeling the heat both on and off the field as they grapple with a recent loss to the Pirates and the surprising news of Jameson Taillon being designated for assignment. Despite the setback, the bats are sizzling, with Pete Crow-Armstrong and Seiya Suzuki leading a robust offense that has averaged 7.0 runs per game over the last week. The looming trade deadline adds another layer of tension, especially with the Brewers eyeing pitching upgrades, which could complicate the Cubs' plans. On the injury front, there's optimism with Hunter Harvey and Daniel Palencia potentially returning before the season wraps up, which could bolster the pitching staff. As they prepare to face off against the Cardinals, the Cubs need to channel their recent offensive success and navigate this wild trade market wisely.
Cubs Upcoming Schedule
The Chicago Cubs host the Los Angeles Dodgers for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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