Jacob Webb blows third consecutive save for the Chicago Cubs

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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Jacob Webb blows third consecutive save for the Chicago Cubs
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Jacob Webb surrendered a game-tying home run to Jackson Chourio with two outs in the ninth inning Tuesday, leading to an extra-innings loss for the Chicago Cubs against the Milwaukee Brewers. The relief appearance marked Webb's third straight blown save opportunity during a difficult stretch for the Chicago bullpen. Webb attributed the failure to poor location and acknowledged his frustration with the recent performance. Chicago currently holds a 4.00 team ERA, which has risen to 4.22 since the beginning of August. Manager Craig Counsell continues to navigate uncertainty in late-game relief roles as the team falls further behind the Milwaukee Brewers in the standings. The Chicago Cubs have struggled to stabilize late-inning leads throughout the current season.

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  • Jacob Webb blew his third consecutive save opportunity on Tuesday night.
  • Jackson Chourio hit a game-tying home run in the ninth inning.
  • The Milwaukee Brewers secured a walk-off victory in the 10th inning.
  • The Chicago Cubs bullpen has recorded six blown saves since the start of August.
  • Manager Craig Counsell lacks a designated closer as the season moves into October.
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  • 1:36 PMYahoo SportsCusb Closer Comments On Terrible Stretch After Blowing Another Save
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The Chicago Cubs bullpen continues to be a major problem

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