JUST IN: MLB Star Reveals Major Criticism for Chicago Cubs
The Chicago Cubs have been one of the most underwhelming teams in baseball over the past month. Despite a strong start to the season, they have recently struggled significantly.
Although they manage to win occasionally, they lack consistency.
Offensively, the Cubs can be impressive in some games but fail to perform in others. The pitching staff shows the same inconsistency.
A notable issue is Chicago’s inability to bounce back from poor starts. When they fall behind early, they seem to lose their competitive edge, which is concerning for any team.
Former MLB star Cliff Floyd has pointed out this problem as well. In a segment shared by Marquee Sports, he criticized the Cubs for seemingly giving up when they are trailing in a game.
“As soon as the team gets down early … it feels like it’s 10-0. It feels like the fight is gone,” Floyd remarked.
"As soon as the team gets down early … it feels like it's 10-0. It feels like the fight is gone."@CliffFloyd30 on the Cubs' loss tonight against the Mets. pic.twitter.com/LRKMSbAUdB
— Marquee Sports Network (@WatchMarquee) June 24, 2024
Earlier in the year, the Chicago Cubs were finding ways to win despite numerous injuries. They managed to secure victories even in tough situations. However, that same resilience has been lacking recently.
Jed Hoyer and the front office face important decisions in the coming weeks.
Primarily, they need to assess whether this team can genuinely compete. With the MLB trade deadline approaching, they might consider aggressively acquiring a few key players. However, if the Cubs remain uncompetitive despite these additions, they might wait until the offseason to make significant changes.
Alternatively, Chicago could decide to trade away players on expiring contracts. One player to watch in this scenario is Cody Bellinger.
Despite a disappointing season, there are reasons for optimism. The Cubs have demonstrated they can win at a high level; they just need to play consistently and regain their confidence.
If they can achieve this, a postseason run is still within reach for the Cubs.