Chicago Cubs vs. Philadelphia Phillies preview, Tuesday 4/14, 5:40 CT
The Cubs look to even up their series in Philadelphia.
Today’s roster moves: Here The Cubs are interested in Lucas Giolito, per The Athletic. Tuesday notes… DOUBLE DIGITS THE WRONG WAY: Last night’s game was the Cubs’ 106th since 2016 in which they allowed double-digit runs. They played another game after 102 of the previous ones.
They won 53 and lost 49, including 1-0 this year, 7-4 last year and 5-4 in 2024. They allowed an average of 4. 34 runs in all 102 subsequent games, including five shutouts and 20 games with one run.
(Courtesy BCB’s JohnW53) DANSBY, HEATING UP: Dansby Swanson, last three games: 3-for-9 (. 333) with two home runs, four walks and six runs scored. KEEPING POSITIVE: The Cubs’ five-run eighth Monday kept their run differential in positive territory at +4, despite their 7-9 record.
YOU GO, MO BALLER: Moisés Ballesteros, last six games since April 7: . 563/. 556/1.