In a game against the Dodgers on Friday, Cubs pitcher Drew Smyly had a near-perfect game going until he collided with his catcher in the eighth inning, ending his bid for perfection (ESPN, USA Today, Bleed Cubbie Blue). Despite this, the Cubs won the game with a score of 13-0 (ESPN, Bleed Cubbie Blue).
The Cubs’ current record is 12-7 and they are off to a solid start to the season (CBS Sports). They have been led by players like Dansby Swanson and have a strong core (CBS Sports).
Additionally, the Cubs announced that right-handed pitcher Jeremiah Estrada was recalled from Iowa ahead of their game against the Dodgers (Bleed Cubbie Blue). There are hopes that he could eventually become the team’s new closer (Sports Mockery).
However, the team has also faced some setbacks, as they have lost one of their starting pitchers to injury (Sports Mockery). Nonetheless, Cubs fans remain engaged and active, as evidenced by their mocking of Smyly after he lost his chance for a perfect game (Bleacher Report).
Overall, it seems that the Cubs are in a good position for the remainder of the season and fans can look forward to more exciting games at Wrigley Field (CBS Sports, Bleed Cubbie Blue).
