# Wild Fluctuations, Struggling Offense

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Podcast: [Chicago Cubs News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chicago-cubs-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7460433)
Published: 2026-06-20T14:14:56+00:00
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## Resource

This season’s been a rollercoaster of epic wins and crushing losses—no in-between, just high-stakes baseball. The offense has flashes of brilliance, especially against weaker pitching, but struggles to deliver against even mid-tier arms. Stars like Crow-Armstrong and Busch are reliable, while others like Suzuki and Happ falter under pressure. With a pitching staff that can’t win low-scoring games, the team desperately needs consistent run production—through development or trades. Momentum is everything, but when it breaks, they crash hard—like that wild swing from a huge comeback to a brutal blowout. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9690930fe681a3a0

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