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Pete Crow-Armstrong secured a historic 40-40 season for the Chicago Cubs, cementing his MVP case as the team clinched the postseason. However, the club faces roster uncertainties, including potential departures for Ian Happ and reporter Taylor McGregor, and injury concerns for pitcher Kevin Gausman.
David Peterson’s strong debut for the Cubs, highlighted by a faster, more effective fastball, boosts optimism that the rotation can stabilize with a mix of returnees, potential trades, and bullpen support. The piece also notes Ben Brown’s neck-injury update, honors Ian Happ’s enduring milestone with the franchise, and praises Michael Conforto’s clutch pinch-hit homer as part of a night that gave Cubs fans reason to hope for the rest of the season.
Shōta Imanaga pitched seven strong innings and Ian Happ powered the Cubs with a second‑inning homer and an eighth‑inning triple to beat Arizona 2-0, clinching the series, extending the Cubs’ 10-game home winning streak, and continuing their four-game win streak.
Shota Imanaga pitched seven scoreless innings and Ian Happ homered in the 2nd, then added an insurance triple in the 8th that plated a run as the Cubs beat the Diamondbacks 2-0 at Wrigley; Ben Brown closed it with a two-inning save for Chicago.
The Chicago Cubs defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 6-0 in Game 4 of the NLDS, thanks to strong pitching from Matthew Boyd and key home runs from Ian Happ, Kyle Tucker, and Michael Busch, forcing a decisive Game 5 back in Milwaukee to determine who advances to the NLCS.
The Chicago Cubs secured their first postseason appearance since 2020 with an 8-4 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates, highlighted by Ian Happ's homer and three RBIs, as they continue their strong season leading the NL wild-card standings. The game featured key moments including a three-run sixth inning and a crucial error by Pirates' reliever, helping the Cubs extend their winning streak to four games.
The Cubs secured a 6-4 victory over the Rays, with notable performances from Ian Happ and Porter Hodge, while Matthew Boyd struggled on the mound. The game highlighted key contributions and strategic bullpen management ahead of the postseason.
The Chicago Cubs secured a series win against the Pirates, ending a losing streak, with notable performances from Ian Happ and Dansby Swanson, and a solid pitching effort from Javier Assad. Despite offensive struggles, the team showed signs of potential turnaround.
The Cubs scored their first double-digit run game in nearly a month, led by Ian Happ's two homers, and narrowly defeated the Mariners 10-7 at Wrigley Field, with notable pitching performances and wind-influenced gameplay.
The Chicago Cubs defeated the Phillies 8-4, with Ian Happ hitting two home runs and contributing to a strong team performance, supported by a solid bullpen after a brief starting outing by Colin Rea.
The Chicago Cubs pulled off a thrilling 7-6 comeback win against the White Sox, overcoming a five-run deficit. Key moments included home runs from Christopher Morel and Patrick Wisdom, a standout performance by Ian Happ, and a crucial pick-off by Hector Neris in the 9th inning. Despite a rough fourth inning for Shōta Imanaga, the bullpen held strong to secure the victory.
The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Chicago Cubs 10-6, marking the first rough outing for Cubs pitcher Shōta Imanaga in his MLB career. Despite a strong offensive effort from the Cubs, including a homer from Ian Happ, they couldn't overcome the Brewers' bats. Kyle Hendricks struggled in relief, and the Cubs missed several key scoring opportunities.
The Chicago Cubs ended their five-game losing streak with a 6-3 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers, highlighted by a five-run 10th inning. Ben Brown pitched seven no-hit innings before being pulled, and Ian Happ made crucial contributions both offensively and defensively. The Cubs' win was marked by key performances from multiple players, including Michael Busch, Cody Bellinger, and Luis Vázquez.
The Chicago Cubs secured an 8-3 victory over the Miami Marlins, becoming the first team in the NL Central to reach 12 wins. Nico Hoerner shone with a strong offensive performance, while Jameson Taillon made an impressive 2024 debut on the mound. Despite a potential injury to Ian Happ, the Cubs showcased a solid all-around performance, with key contributions from Cody Bellinger, Dansby Swanson, and Mike Tauchman at the plate.
At the Cubs' Spring Training kick-off press conference, there were multiple questions about Cody Bellinger's potential return to the team, with players like Ian Happ, Nico Hoerner, and Pete Crow-Armstrong expressing support for him. Happ emphasized that Bellinger's situation is not uncommon, while Hoerner and Crow-Armstrong both expressed their desire to have him back on the team. Bellinger's potential impact on the team's lineup and the positive sentiment towards him within the organization were highlighted.