Cubs struggle with recent performance but have time to recover
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
The Chicago Cubs have significantly faltered recently, posting an 8-22 record since leading the NL Central with a 27-12 start. Currently, they trail the Milwaukee Brewers by 7.5 games. Despite the downturn, analysts suggest that the Cubs can still recover, with 93 games remaining this season and the potential to finish strongly. Historical precedents exist for teams making successful comebacks from worse starts, with examples from the past 25 years highlighting notable recoveries.
- •Cubs started season 27-12 but fell to 35-34.
- •Currently 7.5 games behind the Brewers in division standings.
- •93 games left in the 2026 season for potential recovery.
- •Historical examples show recoveries from poor starts are possible.
- •Cubs' recent performance contrasts with their strong start.
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — 10 teams that came back from worse starts than the 2026 Cubs
"Here’s definitive proof that it's not time to give up hope yet.
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