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Cubs Eye Pitching Upgrades After Playoff Exit

11/7/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Chicago Cubs must bolster their pitching rotation after a postseason elimination caused by pitching struggles.
The Cubs had a 92-win season and their first playoff series win since 2020.
Injuries to Justin Steele and Shota Imanaga and underperformance by others hampered the rotation.
For 2026 the Cubs have several pitchers under contract and plan to upgrade the rotation with targets such as Chris Sale and Dylan Cease.

History

Historical Context

The Chicago Cubs, managed by David Ross in 2020, clinched the NL Central with a 34-26 record, marking their fifth playoff appearance in six years. However, they faced postseason elimination due to pitching struggles, being swept by the Miami Marlins in the Wild Card round. This highlighted the ongoing need for a strong pitching rotation as the Cubs aim for future championship success.

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Story summary

The Chicago Cubs must bolster their pitching rotation after a postseason elimination caused by pitching struggles.
The Cubs had a 92-win season and their first playoff series win since 2020.
Injuries to Justin Steele and Shota Imanaga and underperformance by others hampered the rotation.
For 2026 the Cubs have several pitchers under contract and plan to upgrade the rotation with targets such as Chris Sale and Dylan Cease.

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