Cubs Weekly Update: Player Performances and Injury News

The Chicago Cubs have seen notable performances from their players over the past week, with some shining brightly while others have struggled. Third baseman Alex Bregman has been particularly impressive, hitting .400/.520/.700 over six games, including three doubles, a home run, and three walks. His recent form has elevated his season stats to .312/.391/.638 over the last 55 games, with 17 doubles and 18 home runs.

Michael Busch has also made a significant impact, bouncing back after a slow start. He recorded a .353/.429/.588 line in five games, contributing a double, a home run, and six RBIs. His performance is reminiscent of last October, when he excelled in the postseason, hitting four home runs in eight games.

Pedro Ramirez, who was previously in a slump, managed to break out with a .250 batting average last week, including two home runs among his five hits. While his average remains low, he scored seven runs, indicating some positive momentum.

On the other hand, Ian Happ has struggled recently, batting just .083 over six games, although he did draw seven walks. His performance has been hindered by a foot issue, which has limited his playing time. A healthy Happ would be crucial for the Cubs as they approach the postseason.

Pitcher Kevin Gausman faced challenges in his last outing, allowing seven runs in four innings against the Brewers. This performance was surprising given his previous success against the same team just days earlier. He will look to rebound in his upcoming start against the Braves.

Lastly, the Cubs' presumptive National League MVP has shown signs of inconsistency, batting .150 over his last five games. Despite this, he is nearing a historic 40/40 season, needing just four more stolen bases to achieve the milestone, which would be a first for the Cubs.