Cubs riding high in wild-card race with World Series ambitions
Chicago sits at 76-56 and is running away with the NL wild-card, with players and manager openly believing they can win it all.
The Cubs beat the Diamondbacks 7-0 at Chase Field to improve to 76-56, firmly leading the NL wild-card race. Outfielder Michael Conforto, signed to a minor-league deal for $2M, has contributed 12 homers in a part-time role. Deadline acquisition Kevin Gausman also impressed on the mound. Manager Craig Counsell and players alike expressed genuine belief the team can win the World Series.
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Pete Crow-Armstrong Hits 30-30 Again, Leads Cubs With Historic Performance
The Cubs CF reached 30 homers and 30 steals for the second straight season, also pulling off a rare leadoff-and-walk-off HR double in the same game.
Pete Crow-Armstrong Hits 30-30 Again, Leads Cubs With Historic Performance
The Cubs CF reached 30 homers and 30 steals for the second straight season, also pulling off a rare leadoff-and-walk-off HR double in the same game.
Pete Crow-Armstrong Hits 30th HR, Completes Back-to-Back 30-30 Seasons
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