"Slumps eventually end, and JR Ritchie, who's starting for Atlanta, tends to put a lot of runners on the basepaths. Ducks on the pond are exactly what a team needs to get back in the hunt, so to speak. The Cubs should manage much more offense if they're patient enough to work the count against Ritchie. Shōta Imanaga will take the bump for Chicago, and he's been the team's de facto ace thanks to injuries to Justin Steele, Cade Horton, and Ma"
Over a month, the Cubs are projected to win about 10 games, followed by a three-game losing streak, but baseball results are not that predictable. The NL Central remains tightly contested after six weeks, with all five teams holding winning records and Chicago’s lead over Milwaukee reduced to 2.5 games. The Brewers are the hottest team, and upcoming games at Wrigley Field and against the White Sox will test Chicago. Chicago’s offense is the key factor because the team lacks the depth to consistently win pitching duels. The Cubs have struggled to generate baserunners and were limited to one hit in a 5-2 loss. A slump can end if the Cubs work counts and capitalize on opportunities, especially against a starter who puts runners on base. Shōta Imanaga is expected to pitch for Chicago, benefiting from the team’s injuries to other starters.
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