Chicago Cubs News & Updates
The Chicago Cubs were 88-71, 2nd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs eked out a win over the Miami Marlins 2-1 at Wrigley Field.
The numbers paint a decent picture. A +7 run differential over the last 7. They're winning the math. On the other hand, a 11-man IL is starting to matter.
Cubs Game on September 25
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Fenway Park |
| First Pitch: | 01:05 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Clay Holmes (6-8, 3.25 ERA) vs Alec Gamboa (1-0, 1.16 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | NESN, Marquee Sports Network |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 58°F, Wind 10 mph |
Cubs Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs eked out a win over the Miami Marlins 2-1 at Wrigley Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 1 |
Highlights
- Seiya Suzuki went 2-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Cubs Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
100 | 59 | .629 | W2 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
88 | 71 | .553 | 12.0 | W1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
81 | 78 | .509 | 19.0 | W1 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
77 | 82 | .484 | 23.0 | L1 |
|
Reds
|
|
74 | 85 | .465 | 26.0 | W1 |
Chicago Cubs are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +7 run differential.
Cubs Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | .280 | .948 | 107 | |
| 26 | .262 | .804 | 89 | |
| 26 | .270 | .842 | 86 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-4 | 3.88 | 1.28 | 69.2 | |
| 6-5 | 3.41 | 1.27 | 66.0 | |
| 11-10 | 3.74 | 1.10 | 173.1 |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 IP, 7 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 4.1 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Cubs News
The Chicago Cubs secured their spot in the postseason for the second straight year with a narrow 2-1 victory over the Miami Marlins, led by the electrifying Pete Crow-Armstrong, who became the seventh player in franchise history to join the 40-40 club. This win is a testament to the resilience of a team that faced a tumultuous season, proving that sometimes the road to October is anything but smooth. While excitement brews for postseason play, the uncertainty surrounding Justin Steele's health looms, as Jed Hoyer remains cautious about his return for high-pressure situations. Meanwhile, Daniel Palencia is stepping up just in time, showcasing the potential the Cubs need to advance deep into the playoffs. Cubs fans can relish in the anticipation of October baseball, but they know every game from here on out will be critical.
Cubs Upcoming Schedule
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