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Cubs’ Craig Counsell announces Matthew Boyd’s next step towards injury return

The Chicago Cubs are riding a nine-game losing streak, and injuries have been a significant reason why. Edward Cabrera got off to a great start to his Chicago career, but is currently on the shelf with a blister. Plus, the Cubs have been without Matthew Boyd since early May with a meniscus injury. Craig Counsell […] The post Cubs’ Craig Counsell announces Matthew Boyd’s next step towards injury return appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs manager Craig Counsell gets real after brutal loss to Pirates

The Chicago Cubs continued their difficult stretch Monday afternoon, and manager Craig Counsell did not hold back afterward. The Cubs dropped a 2-1 game vs. the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park, extending the club’s losing streak to nine games while raising more concerns about the Cubs’ offense and the team’s consistency. Chicago wasted another strong […] The post Cubs manager Craig Counsell gets real after brutal loss to Pirates appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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MLB World Reacts to Chicago Cubs Nine-Game Losing Streak After Pirates Game

The Chicago Cubs went from the hottest team in baseball to one of the coldest in the span of just 15 games.On Monday, May 25, the Cubs lost 2-1 to divisional rival Pittsburgh Pirates, marking their ninth straight loss. Cubs have lost nine straight games for the first time since 2022, the last year they […] The post MLB World Reacts to Chicago Cubs Nine-Game Losing Streak After Pirates Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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Cubs drop 9th in a row with series-opening loss to Pirates

The Chicago Cubs have not been playing some of their best baseball over the course of two weeks, and they’re currently on a nine-game losing streak. Their latest loss came against the Pittsburgh Pirates, and they’re looking for anything to help them get back on track. After their series loss against the Houston Astros, Craig […] The post Cubs drop 9th in a row with series-opening loss to Pirates appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Craig Counsell calls out major issue amid Cubs’ brutal 8-game skid

The Chicago Cubs are in a nightmarish tailspin that has taken them from first place in the National League Central to third place. After playing some of the best baseball in the Major Leagues through the first six weeks of the season, the Cubs have lost 12 of 14 games and are struggling in all […] The post Craig Counsell calls out major issue amid Cubs’ brutal 8-game skid appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs’ Ian Happ benching continues vs. Astros as Craig Counsell keeps mixing up lineup

The Chicago Cubs are in the midst of a seven-game losing streak, falling to 29-23 on the season. As they close out their series against the Houston Astros, manager Craig Counsell has decided to shake up the lineup. What hasn’t changed is Ian Happ being on the bench, as the outfielder will sit for a […] The post Cubs’ Ian Happ benching continues vs. Astros as Craig Counsell keeps mixing up lineup appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs reporter drops ‘rock bottom’ take amid longest losing streak since 2022

A seven-game losing streak spells disaster no matter the context, but the Chicago Cubs’ dreadful stretch is especially brutal. Since last Saturday, they have lost to their inter-league/in-state rival, the team that eliminated them in the playoffs last season, and the pitching staff that currently owns the worst ERA in MLB. Now, that is a […] The post Cubs reporter drops ‘rock bottom’ take amid longest losing streak since 2022 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs make Pete Crow-Armstrong, Ian Happ changes vs. Astros amid slump

The Chicago Cubs have been slumping in recent weeks, after once building a lead in the National League Central. Ahead of a game Saturday with the Houston Astros, Chicago is making some lineup changes to shake things up. Those changes involve Ian Happ and Pete Crow-Armstrong. “Cubs lineup shakeup has PCA leading off and Happ […] The post Cubs make Pete Crow-Armstrong, Ian Happ changes vs. Astros amid slump appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs Coach Criticized for Demeanor During Losing Streak

Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell is receiving heat for how he is handling the team’s recent losing streak. As of May 8, the North Siders had the best record in Major League Baseball at 27-12. At the time, Chicago collected 10 consecutive victories and led the National League Central by 3.5 games. Nevertheless, the Cubs […] The post Cubs Coach Criticized for Demeanor During Losing Streak appeared first on HEAVY.

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Cubs’ Craig Counsell makes obvious admission about Chicago’s slump

The Chicago Cubs are currently in a slump, as their losing streak has hit five games. After enduring a three-game sweep at the Milwaukee Brewers, manager Craig Counsell made an admission about the team’s struggles, according to Chicago baseball beat writer Jesse Rogers. “Craig Counsell: ‘We’re in a funk right now. It’s up to us […] The post Cubs’ Craig Counsell makes obvious admission about Chicago’s slump appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs’ Alex Bregman defends Pete Crow-Armstrong amid recent blunders

The Chicago Cubs have lost five in a row and were just swept by the Milwaukee Brewers. It was a 5-0 loss to the Brewers on Wednesday, and the first three runs of the game were scored on an error by Pete Crow-Armstrong. After the game, Cubs manager Craig Counsell defended Crow-Armstrong. Now, one of […] The post Cubs’ Alex Bregman defends Pete Crow-Armstrong amid recent blunders appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Here’s the proof the wind absolutely hates the Cubs’ Ian Happ with a passion

Ian Happ went viral for taking advantage of a big Cincinnati Reds miscue one week ago. But the Chicago Cubs left fielder trended for a different reason Sunday: Because the winds of the Windy City weren’t on his side against the White Sox in the 9-8 defeat. Happ got robbed of a home run. But […] The post Here’s the proof the wind absolutely hates the Cubs’ Ian Happ with a passion appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Chicago Cubs Announce Dansby Swanson Decision Before White Sox Game

On Saturday, the Chicago Cubs will play the second game of their series with the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field.The Cubs are coming off a 10-5 win on Friday.Dansby Swanson finished with one hit, one run and one strikeout in five at-bats.Cubs Announce Dansby Swanson DecisionFor Saturday’s game, the Cubs have announced their starting […] The post Chicago Cubs Announce Dansby Swanson Decision Before White Sox Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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Cubs Receive Positive Update on Pursuit of Star Pitcher

The Chicago Cubs will most likely be looking to bring in a quality starting pitcher this summer. Heading into the 2026 campaign, the North Siders had a very respectable rotation. Edward Cabrera, who was acquired from the Miami Marlins in January, was seen as the missing piece of the puzzle. Nevertheless, injuries have decimated Chicago’s […] The post Cubs Receive Positive Update on Pursuit of Star Pitcher appeared first on HEAVY.

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Cubs’ Craig Counsell gets brutally honest on Shota Imanaga’s huge start in win vs. Diamondbacks

The Chicago Cubs have been playing sensational baseball for the last three weeks, and they have managed to get the best of nearly every opponent they have played except the Los Angeles Dodgers. However, even though they have a suffered a myriad of injuries to their pitching staff, they continue to pile up victories. "I […] The post Cubs’ Craig Counsell gets brutally honest on Shota Imanaga’s huge start in win vs. Diamondbacks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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