Cubs offense shows signs of improvement in back-to-back games

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Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Cubs offense shows signs of improvement in back-to-back games
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The Chicago Cubs recorded a notable offensive resurgence, scoring 24 runs over two games against the Colorado Rockies and Toronto Blue Jays. After a difficult stretch, the Cubs tallied seven runs in the second inning of an 8-6 win over the Rockies, followed by a 16-2 rout of the Blue Jays, where they amassed 29 hits and walks combined. Both Pete Crow-Armstrong and Carson Kelly expressed optimism about the team's performance, but manager Craig Counsell advised caution about declaring a definitive offensive turnaround. The Cubs aim to carry this momentum into their next matchup as they seek consistency moving forward.

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  • Cubs scored 24 runs in two games
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  • Counsell calls for consistency despite good performances
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When the Cubs were rolling in the first month of the season, they got plenty of runners on base and drove most of them in. When things hit the skids...

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