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The Cubs outscored the Mariners 28-11, the Diamondbacks 11-7, and the Reds 30-22, yet they lost all three series. They’re up 21-12 on the Brewers after splitting the first two games, and now need to win one more to at least break even. They no longer possess the top Wild Card spot, not that it … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/2/26): Peterson Looking to Get Misses in Matchup Against Miz appeared first on .
The Cubs have allowed more home runs than any MLB team this season, creating serious questions about their pitching staff and postseason rotation plans heading into October.
The Chicago Cubs took a gamble back in 2021 when they traded All-Star shortstop Javier Baez and pitcher Trevor Williams for a 19-year-old prospect recovering from shoulder surgery, who some felt was a bit undersized to ever become a a true power hitter in the majors. More News: Chicago Cubs comment on ugly bullpen collapse: [...] The post Chicago Cubs: The secret to PCA’s success may be surprisingly simple appeared first on ChiCitySports .
I was planning to write this article even before Tuesday night’s bullpen meltdown against the Brewers. It seems even more important now, so here are some numbers that might astonish you. These are fWAR figures — and they don’t include Tuesday’s game, so the pitching number is likely even worse: By fWAR the Cubs are […]
The Chicago Cubs have fallen from their top NL Wild Card spot and are now trailing the Philadelphia Phillies by a game after their 9-4 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers Tuesday night at Wrigley Field. More News: The Chicago Cubs might not have a single starting pitcher heading into 2027 The loss to their NL [...] The post Chicago Cubs comment on ugly bullpen collapse: “We’ve got to pitch better” appeared first on ChiCitySports .
“There must be some kind of way out of here,” said Craig Counsell to his chief. “There’s too much confusion. I can’t get no relief.” I had to adjust Bob Dylan’s — that’s right, kids, that song wasn’t written by either Jimi Hendrix or Dave Matthews — lyrics slightly to give a nod to either … The post Counsell’s Bullpen Circle of Trust Shrinking to Pinpoint as Postseason Looms appeared first on .
The Chicago Cubs lost 9-4 to the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday. Not only was it a demoralizing loss at a critical juncture, but it was also in front of a “home crowd.” At least that is the perception according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. On Wednesday, Passan posted on X, formerly Twitter, his surprise at the […] The post Jeff Passan rips Cubs fans for letting Brewers fans taking over Wrigley Field appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Ah, yes. That time of the year when you can start to feel the sands of time running out. We root so hard hoping that the series of moves they make from somewhere around November 1 through somewhere around September 1 have built and prepared a team to win a championship. In fairness, 29 of […]
The Chicago Cubs have a serious problem, and their bullpen made it painfully clear against the Milwaukee Brewers. Chicago is 78-61, second in the NL Central behind Milwaukee, but its World Series hopes look less secure. The latest bullpen collapse added to the concern after the Cubs lost six of its last 10 games. Matthew […] The post Cubs bullpen reaching truly embarrassing levels with latest disaster vs. Brewers appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Cubs battled the Brewers in the second game of their series and a hot and muggy Wrigley Field Tuesday night. The home squad ran into a familiar problem, with another bullpen implosion erasing an early lead and handing them a loss. Chicago was the first team to break through on the scoresheet against Robert … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/1/26): Brewers 9, Cubs 4 – Bullpen Blasted Again appeared first on .
The Philadelphia Phillies began their season at 9-19 and decided to fire their manager. Now, the team has turned around, and the Phillies are dreaming of a World Series run. Now, the Phillies have won six straight after a 7-1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks and have flipped the NL standings, according to Bob Nightengale […] The post NL Playoff Picture: Phillies surge past Cubs in Wild Card race, target Braves for NL East crown appeared first on ClutchPoints .
All year, the Cubs bullpen has been an impediment to winning, instead of being the pitchers who come into the game and nail down victories. Never was this as evident as it was during the Cubs’ 9-4 loss to the Brewers Tuesday night at Wrigley Field. Daniel Palencia, Ryan Zeferjahn, Caleb Thielbar and Tyler Ferguson […]
Free of charge for the discerning reader. Happy birthday to Christian Bethancourt, and a mighty host of others. Today in baseball history, in 1965 – The Cubs beat St. Louis, 5-3, at Wrigley Field, as Ernie Banks hits his 400th home run, a three-run shot off Curt Simmons in the third. Simmons teed up the 400th home run of Willie Mays in 1963. Banks will end the […]
Chicago does not usually get a month like this. The city’s sports calendar tends to run in shifts. Baseball fades, football takes over, hockey and basketball arrive once the leaves turn. Somebody is always rebuilding. Somebody is always already eliminated. The idea of four or five Chicago teams mattering in the same three-week window has [...] The post Chicago’s Crowded September: What the Bears, Cubs, White Sox and Sky Are All Playing For at Once appeared first on ChiCitySports .
The Chicago Cubs were just four innings away from pulling within six games of the Milwaukee Brewers and adding some intrigue to the final two battles of this divisional series, but their biggest bugaboo in August popped up on Sept. 1. An alarmingly fragile bullpen once again broke in half, as The North Siders blew […] The post Cubs’ Daniel Palencia wants the ‘ball tomorrow’ after tough outing vs. Brewers appeared first on ClutchPoints .
PHOENIX — Jesús Luzardo continued his strong stretch of starts. The left-hander allowed only one run on a solo home run to Jordan Lawlar in a 7-1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night at Chase Field in Phoenix. The Phillies, winners of six straight, now have a one-game lead over the Chicago Cubs […]
In the perfect showing of how fast things can change in the big leagues, the Milwaukee Brewers bounced back from a 17-3 defeat to the Chicago Cubs on Monday with a 9-4 victory on Tuesday to even up the three-game series to start the week. The Brewers chose to conserve their bullpen on Monday and […] The post Brewers’ Antonio Senzatela joins interesting company with 10th win of 2026 appeared first on ClutchPoints .
After finding themselves on the wrong side of the most home runs hit by a Chicago Cubs team in franchise history on Monday, the Milwaukee Brewers fought back in a major way on Tuesday, securing a 9-4 victory thanks to 13 hits by Christian Yelich, Joey Ortiz, and company. Discussing how his team was able to […] The post Pat Murphy believes Brewers’ ‘committed’ attitude will prevail appeared first on ClutchPoints .
There are certain players or position groups who perform so badly that expectations cease to exist. Eventually, the words “they have to be better” are no longer stated during the postgame press conferences, as the focus shifts to navigating these seemingly unavoidable roadblocks. The Chicago Cubs’ bullpen has reached the point where fans must brace […] The post Cubs’ Craig Counsell says quiet part out loud about loss to Brewers appeared first on ClutchPoints .
It’s another night here at BCB After Dark: the hippest hole-in-the-wall for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. Come on in and sit with us for a while. We need a friend tonight. There’s no cover charge. The dress code is casual. We validate parking. The hostess can seat you now. […]
Box Score Nights like these are the nights the Brewers are glad they came out on the winning end. A night filled with little-league errors was quickly overshadowed by big-league blasts to give the Brewers a 9-4 victory over the Chicago Cubs, evening the series and extending their division lead back to eight games. Entering […]
Iowa catcher Ethan Hearn and infielder Hayden Cantrelle were both activated off the Development List. Right-hander Dominick Reid was promoted from Low-A Myrtle Beach to High-A South Bend. Outfieder Michael Gupton joins South Bend from the ACL Cubs. South Bend right-hander Ethan Bell and outfielder Geuri Lubo both went on the Development List. Shortstop Juan […]
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“The ghouls all came from their humble abodes to get a jolt from my electrodes.” – Monster Mash by Bobby “Boris” Pickett and the Crypt Kickers If the 2026 Cubs remind you of the 1961 Yankees, you’re not alone. Chicago slugged a team record nine home runs in yesterday’s 17-3 win over the Brewers, providing … The post The Rundown: Cubs, Bregman Bomb Brewers & Set Franchise Record for Home Runs, Buckle Up for Home Stretch appeared first on .