07-31-2024, 09:47 AM
Cubs are 13-25 against teams in NL Central and 38-33 against all other teams. Yup, if the Cubs were not in the NL Central, their record would be soooo much better. Ha
Before season began, it seemed like most of the NL Central team’s improved - excluding the Brewers. The Cubs added Shota and lost Stroman who was as big a stud for Cubs in first half of 2023 season as Shota has been. Busch has been a nice to great addition. Bullpen issues - mainly due to injuries - and inability to hit with RISP/lack of offensive production from 7-9 hitters have resulted in a team who’s zenith is within a few games of mediocrity.(500 record) Its not surprising that Cubs continue to be in last place in NL Central
Before season began, it seemed like most of the NL Central team’s improved - excluding the Brewers. The Cubs added Shota and lost Stroman who was as big a stud for Cubs in first half of 2023 season as Shota has been. Busch has been a nice to great addition. Bullpen issues - mainly due to injuries - and inability to hit with RISP/lack of offensive production from 7-9 hitters have resulted in a team who’s zenith is within a few games of mediocrity.(500 record) Its not surprising that Cubs continue to be in last place in NL Central