What to do with Zach Davies, offensive optimism, Nico Hoerner, etc.
For the Vibe: Kerry Wood Dominating Atlanta
Some old highlights to get the good vibes flowing.
The Cubs Go Down to Georgia
Toughest one’s tonight’s.
Cubs Neutered by Brewers—Five Thoughts
They had their chances.
Cubs Can’t Hold On Against Brewers—Four Thoughts, Today’s Preview
Nico Hoerner’s chase rate, what to think about the bullpen, and the Cubs didn’t actually get to Freddy Peralta.
Jason Heyward Swagger Appreciation Post
It’s sometimes hard to see, with Javy Báez blocking out the sun and Kris Bryant the consummate professional, but Jason Heyward has buckets full of swagger.
Cubs Wallop Brewers—Four Thoughts, Today’s Preview
Holy cow.
Cubs Sweep Mets—Five Thoughts, Today’s Cubs/Brewers Preview
The Cubs reset a couple weeks of struggles last night.
Cubs Rally, Beat Sloppy Mets—Seven Thoughts, Tonight’s Preview
Last night was a good time.
Javy Báez’s High School Stats Are (probably not real and also) Amazing
I don’t think these are real, but only because the triples number seems impossible.
Cubs Hold Off Mets—Six Thoughts, Tonight’s Preview
Jake Arrieta continues to hold things together for the Cubs’ staff.
The Mets Are the Cubs’ Toughest Opponent Yet
This year’s Cubs have not yet seen a team as good as these Mets.
I’m Not Going to Be Able to Quit These Cubs, Am I?
I will never stop thinking this core is going to turn back into itself.
Kyle Hendricks Crushed, Cubs Lose—Three Thoughts
An oddly encouraging nine-run loss.
Cubs’ Bats Wake Up—Four Thoughts, Sunday Night Preview
That felt good.
Why the Cubs Should Trade Everyone Who Is Doing Bad for Joe Kelly
It adds up.
Atlanta Sends Cubs Into Last Place—Seven Thoughts, Today’s Preview
If this continues…
Struggling Cubs Host Struggling Atlanta
Fun!