Chicago Cubs News & Updates
The Chicago Cubs were 74-56, 2nd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs couldn’t hold off the Seattle Mariners 4-5 at T-Mobile Park.
The score reflects some real issues. 2-5 over 7 games. That leaves a mark. Compounding things, a -13 run differential. Even the close losses add up.
Cubs Game on August 23
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | T-Mobile Park |
| First Pitch: | 04:10 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Shota Imanaga (8-9, 3.77 ERA) vs Bryce Miller (4-7, 3.71 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Marquee Sports Network, Mariners.TV |
Cubs Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs couldn’t hold off the Seattle Mariners 4-5 at T-Mobile Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 0 |
 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 0 |
Highlights
- Alex Bregman went 1-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Michael Busch went 1-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Cubs Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
81 | 49 | .623 | W3 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
74 | 56 | .569 | 7.0 | L3 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
66 | 65 | .504 | 15.5 | L2 |
|
Pirates
|
|
63 | 68 | .481 | 18.5 | L2 |
|
Reds
|
|
62 | 68 | .477 | 19.0 | W1 |
Chicago Cubs are 2-5 in their last 7 games, with a -13 run differential.
Cubs Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | .279 | .931 | 80 | |
| 22 | .267 | .836 | 74 | |
| 19 | .258 | .770 | 67 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-3 | 2.65 | 1.21 | 57.2 | |
| 4-4 | 4.06 | 1.30 | 57.2 | |
| 7-1 | 2.82 | 1.25 | 51.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 3 HR, 4 RBI, .308 AVG in last 3 games |
Cubs News
The Chicago Cubs suffered another tough loss, falling 5-6 to the Seattle Mariners, with Jacob Webb finally showing vulnerability after an impressive streak, allowing a crucial home run that ended the game. The Cubs are now 3-4 over the last week, getting outscored by nine runs, and with 14 players on the injured list, the team’s depth is being tested. Despite the struggles, Pete Crow-Armstrong continues to shine, showcasing his potential even in defeat. Meanwhile, the Cubs made roster moves, designating Owen Miller for assignment and sending Javier Assad back to Triple-A, a puzzling choice given his success. As they prepare to face Seattle again, the looming challenge of facing baseball's top pitching prospect, Kade Anderson, adds to the pressure. With a record of 74-55, the Cubs need to find a spark quickly to keep their postseason hopes alive.
Cubs Upcoming Schedule
The Chicago Cubs visit the Arizona Diamondbacks for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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