All articles tagged with #offensive slump
The Cubs’ offense has been stuck in a funk at Wrigley Field, and manager Craig Counsell says lineup changes are coming. Top prospects Kevin Alcantara and Pedro Ramirez have recently been called up (with PCA, Pete Crow-Armstrong, possibly leading off in some lineups), and a day off for Ian Happ could be in play as part of the adjustments. While the shakeup aims to spark momentum, it’s unlikely to solve all issues immediately.
Kyle Tucker is being benched by the Cubs due to a significant offensive slump, with his performance declining notably since June, and the team hoping rest will help him regain his form, which is crucial for their playoff hopes.
Despite a strong performance by starting pitcher Hunter Greene, the Cincinnati Reds' offensive slump continued as they lost 2-0 to the Pittsburgh Pirates, completing a series sweep. The Reds only managed two hits off Pirates starter Vince Velasquez, who had his sixth career double-digit strikeout game. The Pirates added a run in the eighth inning against Reds reliever Fernando Cruz. The Reds' starting rotation performed well throughout the series, but the struggling offense failed to capitalize on their efforts.