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With an improved exit velocity and hard-hit rate, it’s no surprise that it has translated to success in his stats as well. In the second half of the season, he has slashed .302/.344/.721 with nine home runs and 18 RBI in 30 games played.
Chicago Cubs Facing Backlash for Owen Caissie Decision Before Pirates Game originally appeared on Athlon Sports. A heartbreaking loss for the Chicago Cubs on Friday wasn't enough to change things up. Craig Counsell continued with his daily routine as the Cubs lineup was released ahead of the second game of their series with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Michael Busch hit a three-run double off Jacob Misiorowski, and the Chicago Cubs beat the Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 on Wednesday night for their third consecutive victory over the NL Central leaders. Matt Shaw added a solo homer as Chicago won for the fifth time in six games.
The Chicago Cubs have secured a five-game series against the No.1 team in baseball (and their division leaders), the Milwaukee Brewers. After bouncing back fro
Despite a series win over MLB's top team, Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell continues to be questioned for his puzzling lineup decisions on Thursday.
Shaw has a 207 wRC+ since the All-Star break. Only three players with at least 50 plate appearances had a better wRC.
The Cubs went into the All-Star break tied with the Los Angeles Dodgers for the most runs scored in MLB at 508. Considering Shaw leads the team in home runs and RBI since the break, a strong offense could have turned into a juggernaut.
Michael Busch hit a three-run home run, Matt Shaw added a homer and an RBI triple, and the Chicago Cubs routed the St. Louis Cardinals 9-1
Castro doesn't have a clear path to an everyday role in Chicago, but his versatility will allow him to stick in the lineup for the third time in five games. Though Castro will be filling in Thursday for a resting Matt Shaw, the latter player has performed ...