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The Cubs are using a rainout to give Shōta Imanaga extra rest, pushing his start to the Brewers series, while Jameson Taillon and Javier Assad will pitch against the Cardinals. Drew Smyly is set to return from the IL, likely replacing a bullpen member. In Iowa, Pete Crow-Armstrong had a standout game, contributing significantly to the team's success.
The Chicago Cubs have decided to move left-hander Drew Smyly back to the bullpen after a disappointing start as a starter. Smyly had been expected to hold onto a rotation spot, but a poor outing in Detroit led to the decision. Moving him to long relief allows the Cubs to deploy him in lower-leverage situations. This move comes as the Cubs face a stretch of 13 consecutive game days and need to find a solution for Sunday's game. They could patch things together with a bullpen game or look to the minor leagues for options.
Chicago Cubs pitcher Drew Smyly is "likely" to be moved back to the bullpen after a poor performance as a starter. The team is considering other options for the rotation, including Jordan Wicks, who may be called up from the minors. The Cubs hope Smyly can find success in the bullpen, where they also need additional pitching depth.
Drew Smyly's return to the rotation for the Chicago Cubs did not go well as he gave up eight hits, three walks, and seven runs, including two home runs, in less than four innings against the Detroit Tigers. Despite a comeback attempt, the Cubs ultimately lost 8-6. Smyly's struggles continue, and it is suggested that Hayden Wesneski should take his spot in the rotation for the rest of the year. The Cubs remain in second place in the NL Central and hold the second wild card spot.
The Chicago Cubs are facing important decisions regarding their starting rotation, particularly with struggling pitcher Drew Smyly. Smyly's recent performances have been subpar, with a 7.22 ERA since May 28. It is suggested that Smyly be replaced in the rotation by one of the three other starting options on the roster, while Smyly could be utilized in long relief. The Cubs also have young relievers to evaluate and may consider bringing up pitching prospect Ben Brown. The team needs reliable pitching, especially with the strong performance of their offense. Additionally, a scoring change will lower Kyle Hendricks' ERA, and there is discussion about the strike zone and its impact on player performance.
The MLB Draft is set to begin tonight with the Cubs picking 13th; Dansby Swanson hopes to recover from a heel contusion quickly; Drew Smyly attributes his recent struggles to not throwing enough strikes; Cubs teammates believe Nico Hoerner should have been named an All-Star; Javier Assad has been performing well in his long relief role; B.J. Murray Jr. and Pete Crow-Armstrong had unremarkable performances in the Futures Game; Brailyn Marquez has made two relief appearances at Low-A Myrtle Beach; Owen Caissie turned 21; Shohei Ohtani continues to impress with his home run hitting.
The New York Yankees defeated the Chicago Cubs 6-3 in a game that was expected to go in favor of the Yankees. Gerrit Cole dominated the Cubs for seven innings, while Drew Smyly struggled and gave up multiple home runs. Giancarlo Stanton hit two home runs for the Yankees, including his first at Yankee Stadium since April. Josh Donaldson continued his success against Smyly, hitting a home run and drawing a walk. The Cubs managed to score a few runs, but ultimately fell short. The Cubs have a chance to win the series with Kyle Hendricks on the mound in the next game.
The New York Yankees are facing offensive struggles as they enter a game against the Chicago Cubs. After recent losses and a lack of run production, the Yankees are searching for momentum. The team's lineup has struggled against pitchers who have had difficulties against other teams, making their offensive performances even more frustrating. The Yankees missed opportunities to gain ground in the playoff hunt and are hoping for a turnaround. In this game, Gerrit Cole will be pitching for the Yankees against Drew Smyly of the Cubs.
The Chicago Cubs are facing the New York Yankees in Game 2 at Yankee Stadium. Drew Smyly, who has been struggling lately, will be pitching for the Cubs against Gerrit Cole. The Cubs lineup features four left-handed hitters, who have had success against Cole this season. The Yankees lineup includes Anthony Rizzo and Harrison Bader, who have performed well against left-handed pitchers. The game will be broadcasted on MARQ and 670 The Score.
Despite a shaky performance from Aaron Nola, the Philadelphia Phillies secured an 8-5 victory over the Chicago Cubs. The Phillies' offense dominated early on, scoring five runs in the second inning against former Phillie Drew Smyly. Nick Castellanos and Josh Harrison led the charge with home runs, helping Philadelphia earn a series win. Nola struggled on the mound, allowing four earned runs over five innings, but the Phillies' bullpen held on to preserve the lead. The Phillies will have a chance to sweep the Cubs in the final game of the series.
The Chicago Cubs defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-0, marking their eighth win in their last 10 games. Despite Drew Smyly's five walks, he managed to keep the Pirates scoreless over five innings, aided by the bullpen's scoreless performance. The Cubs' offense had a solid game without any standout performances, continuing their recent trend of "pass the baton" games. Dansby Swanson's 54-game errorless streak ended on a pickoff play, but his overall performance made it forgivable.
The Angels swept the Cubs with a 3-1 victory, as the Cubs' offense continued to struggle. Despite a strong start from Drew Smyly and some scoreless innings from the bullpen, the Cubs were unable to generate much offense beyond an RBI hit from Trey Mancini.
The Chicago Cubs will face the San Diego Padres in the second game of their series, with Drew Smyly pitching for the Cubs and Yu Darvish pitching for the Padres. The Cubs have loaded their lineup with lefties to take advantage of Darvish's struggles against them this season. The Padres have a tough lineup and are even better against left-handed pitching. The game will be broadcast on MARQ, FS1, and 670 The Score.
The Cincinnati Reds are looking for a sweep of the Chicago Cubs after guaranteeing a series win on Saturday. Graham Ashcraft will start for the Reds, hoping to improve his recent struggles, while Drew Smyly will take the mound for the Cubs. The Tyler Naquin trade has paid off early for the Reds, with the two prospects acquired in the trade performing well in their respective leagues. The Reds currently sit fourth in the NL Central standings with a 23-29 record.
The Chicago Cubs will face off against the Cincinnati Reds with Drew Smyly as their starting pitcher, while Graham Ashcraft will start for the Reds. The Cubs lineup has struggled to consistently produce runs, but Smyly has been solid on the mound. Ashcraft has struggled in his recent outings, giving up at least seven earned runs in three of his last four starts. The game will be broadcasted on MARQ and 670 The Score.