How Can the Chicago Cubs SNAP Out of Their Slump? | CHGO Cubs Podcast

The Chicago Cubs are in a deep slump, having lost seven of their last 11 games and been swept at home by the Brewers—a moment described as 'rock bottom' by the CHGO Cubs Podcast hosts. The core issue isn't just pitching injuries, as previously blamed, but a complete offensive collapse, with the team scoring only 31 runs in 11 games. Hosts argue that the current roster is the same one that previously posted two historic 10-game winning streaks, meaning the team isn't fundamentally worse—just in a cold streak. They reject panic, instead urging fans to embrace the off-day as a mental reset. The conversation turns to leadership, with hosts dismissing the idea that the team lacks leaders, noting that players like Alex Bregman, Ian Happ, and Craig Counsell are all proven leaders—though social media culture has silenced their public expression. The focus shifts to Pete Crow-Armstrong, whose struggles are framed as a mechanical issue, not a character flaw, with his inability to punish fastballs now crippling his production. The hosts unanimously reject selling his 'stock' and believe he can rebound. They also debate whether the Cubs should make a bold trade for a frontline starter like Joe Ryan or Freddie Peralta, arguing that the timing is ripe due to injury concerns and market volatility. Ultimately, the message is clear: the team isn’t broken—just cold—and the path to recovery starts with belief, rest, and a few key moves.