Chicago Cubs News & Updates
The Chicago Cubs were 82-66, 2nd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs routed the Pittsburgh Pirates 12-2 at Wrigley Field.
Solid ground right now. Took last night by 10. That matters. Plus, the +5 run differential backs up the record.
Cubs Game on September 12
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Wrigley Field |
| First Pitch: | 02:20 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Clay Holmes (6-7, 2.83 ERA) vs Paul Skenes (10-11, 3.83 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet Pittsburgh, Marquee Sports Network |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 67°F, Wind 1 mph |
Cubs Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs routed the Pittsburgh Pirates 12-2 at Wrigley Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 1 |
 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 16 | 0 |
Highlights
- Alex Bregman went 3-4 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
- Michael Busch went 2-4 with 3 RBI.
- Carson Kelly went 2-3 with 2 RBI.
- Seiya Suzuki went 3-5 with 1 RBI.
Cubs Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
92 | 56 | .622 | W4 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
82 | 66 | .554 | 10.0 | W1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
74 | 74 | .500 | 18.0 | L1 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
73 | 75 | .493 | 19.0 | W1 |
|
Reds
|
|
69 | 78 | .469 | 22.5 | L4 |
Chicago Cubs are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a +5 run differential.
Cubs Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | .281 | .946 | 98 | |
| 25 | .263 | .800 | 84 | |
| 24 | .270 | .849 | 81 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-4 | 4.18 | 1.27 | 64.2 | |
| 6-4 | 3.36 | 1.25 | 61.2 | |
| 8-1 | 2.84 | 1.25 | 57.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 4 RBI, .571 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 5 RBI, .3 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 scoreless IP, 9 K in 3 recent games | |
| 7.0 IP, 9 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 IP, 8 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start |
Cubs News
The Chicago Cubs are in a rough patch, currently sitting at 81-66 and facing a demanding stretch as the postseason looms. With a -4 run differential over the last week and 12 players on the injured list, the pressure is mounting. Alex Bregman is shining amidst the gloom, having a stellar game with three hits and a homer in a recent 12-2 rout of the Pirates, alongside Seiya Suzuki's contributions. However, the bullpen remains a concern, and while reinforcements like the returning Cabrera could help, the uncertainty surrounding injuries raises alarms. As Dansby Swanson gears up for a return next weekend, the Cubs must find their footing quickly or risk missing the October dance, especially after struggling against teams like the Brewers. Fans are left to ponder just how much panic is justified as the Wild Card stakes intensify.
Cubs Upcoming Schedule
The Chicago Cubs host the Atlanta Braves for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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