Chicago Cubs News & Updates
The Chicago Cubs were 88-73, 2nd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs were edged out by the Boston Red Sox 3-4 at Fenway Park.
Balanced, and not in the fun way. Pitching at 3.0 RA/G. That's keeping the score warm. The catch: just 3.3 runs per game this stretch. Not enough.
Cubs Game on September 26
No game on this date.
Cubs Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs were edged out by the Boston Red Sox 3-4 at Fenway Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 1 |
 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0 |
Highlights
- Miguel Amaya went 1-3 with 2 RBI.
Cubs Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
101 | 59 | .631 | W3 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
88 | 73 | .547 | 13.5 | L2 |
|
Pirates
|
|
81 | 79 | .506 | 20.0 | L1 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
77 | 83 | .481 | 24.0 | L2 |
|
Reds
|
|
74 | 86 | .463 | 27.0 | L1 |
Chicago Cubs are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a +2 run differential.
Cubs Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | .278 | .942 | 107 | |
| 26 | .260 | .799 | 89 | |
| 26 | .270 | .841 | 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 Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games |
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’ playoff aspirations took a hit after dropping both games of a doubleheader against the Red Sox, leaving them with a precarious chance of landing in the third wild card spot. The loss in the nightcap, a 2-0 shutout, underscores the urgency of their situation as they cling to their postseason hopes. Meanwhile, Alex Bregman returned to the lineup just days after a frightening foul ball incident, showcasing both his resilience and the team's need for his offensive spark. Despite the chaos of a packed schedule, with four games in just three days, fans are hoping pitchers like Kevin Gausman can rise to the occasion. As the Cubs prepare for their final stretch, the pressure is mounting, especially with the looming threat of weather complications at Fenway Park.
Cubs Upcoming Schedule
The Chicago Cubs visit the Boston Red Sox for a 3-game series starting Sunday.
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