Cubs Survive First Half Chaos | Chicago Cubs News

The Cubs ended their first half on a wild, rollercoaster ride with a win over the Reds, capped by Bregman’s three-run homer and a surge since early June. Crow-Armstrong dazzled with MVP-caliber play, Ben Brown emerged as a reliable starter, and the defense stayed sharp under Counsell’s steady leadership — including ten walk-offs and a 23-run explosion. But the season wasn’t all glory: injuries hit hard (Cade Horton), pitching woes piled up, and a brutal 10-game skid tested patience. Swanson struggled offensively, Bregman started slow, and yes — that rat at Wrigley still haunts fans. Now, with the draft done and the trade deadline looming, the Cubs are eyeing pitching reinforcements as Counsell heads home to Wisconsin for a well-earned break. Taillon’s return is expected soon, Brown’s role remains uncertain as he begins throwing, and Crow-Armstrong continues to lead the team in WAR — while Swanson’s defense proves his value. The bullpen’s resilience through chaos keeps hope alive as they gear up for the second half. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3efc7d8ae14427aa