Webb's Slide Threatens Cubs' Playoff Hopes | Chicago Cubs News

Jacob Webb’s once-unstoppable Cubs bullpen run has crumbled in recent weeks, as the key reliever blew a save with two outs in the ninth—giving up a game-tying two-run homer after being one strike away. His last six outings have seen nine runs, including three homers, shattering his earlier dominance and denting the Cubs’ wild-card hopes. Manager Craig Counsell admits the bullpen’s struggles are painful but insists the team must rely on its nine relievers to regroup—with no immediate reinforcements from the minors. With just three weeks until the playoffs, injuries and lack of high-leverage arms are exposing deep roster vulnerabilities. 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/0884f613aa8c81eb