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New York Times
13 hours ago
- Business
- New York Times
Chicago may be ‘the place quarterbacks go to die,' but Cubs pitcher Cade Horton is thriving
Cade Horton did not cross paths with Caleb Williams at the University of Oklahoma, where the future Chicago Cubs pitcher was once recruited by the football program and as a two-way baseball player. Horton, though, did hear the recent buzz about Da Bears, how Williams' father is quoted in a forthcoming book saying, 'Chicago is the place quarterbacks go to die.' Advertisement Sitting at his Wrigley Field locker the other day, Horton laughed and understood the reference. Williams starred for the Sooners in 2021, the same year that Horton underwent Tommy John surgery and missed the entire baseball season. Williams then transferred to USC and won the 2022 Heisman Trophy, months after Horton led Oklahoma to the championship round of the College World Series, emerging as the No. 7 pick in the Major League Baseball Draft. How about Chicago for a pitching prospect? 'It is a really good environment,' Horton said. Indeed, the Cubs have made so much progress in several areas that the point is no longer up for debate. Before and after Horton made his major-league debut in New York last month, established pitchers such as Jameson Taillon and Justin Steele sent him text messages offering encouragement and support. Once acclimated, Horton observed how players follow their routines and listened to teammates share perspectives from their introductions to The Show. Cubs players enjoy talking ball and studying the little details within the game. This is not a clubhouse of 26 guys, 26 Ubers, to paraphrase Peter Gammons. The atmosphere is conducive to playing without the fear of making mistakes. Just throw strikes and Gold Glove defenders will run all over the field to make plays. When MVP candidates are stacked in the everyday lineup, giving up a couple of runs in the early innings isn't crushing. By early June, the Cubs had already notched 17 comeback victories and 12 wins that saw the offense score double-digit runs. 'If you're a young starter,' Taillon said, 'it does feel like a great spot.' Cubs manager Craig Counsell developed a strong reputation for handling young pitchers with the Milwaukee Brewers, taking a careful, open-minded approach that helped Corbin Burnes and Josh Hader land huge contracts as free agents. Tommy Hottovy, the longtime Cubs pitching coach, was a key behind-the-scenes coordinator for the 2016 World Series team. Hottovy later became an important figure in the merger of the organization's major- and minor-league pitching groups into a more unified program. The Cubs are 5-0 in Horton's five outings since he was promoted from Triple-A Iowa to replace All-Star pitcher Shota Imanaga, who remains on the injured list with a strained left hamstring. In order to keep playing into October, maintaining enough pitching depth is essential. Cade Horton has appeared in 5 games this season. The Cubs have won all of them. ✅NYM✅CWS✅MIA✅COL✅WSH — Chief Cub (@ChiefCub) June 4, 2025 While president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer would always be reluctant to give up the organization's highest-drafted pitcher in a generation, trading Horton ahead of the July 31 deadline becomes virtually impossible when he's a fully functional part of a first-place team. Counsell, a straight shooter who does not speak in hyperbole, gave Horton one of his highest compliments, describing the traits of a 'clear-headed competitor' who can put maximum focus on the moment, and then honestly assess each performance, separating the good from the bad. Advertisement 'He wants to be great,' Counsell said. 'Despite being this highly thought of prospect, he went through some big adversity last year. And I think that's a good thing. Growth comes from those places. But he's still new at this job — being a professional baseball player. You have to realize that and acknowledge that. In the long run, that's a good thing for us. There's a lot of room for growth left here.' That will come through repetition. Horton already has a solid foundation of athleticism and ability, but last year was largely a wasted season. The pain and discomfort he felt around his right shoulder due to a subscapularis muscle strain limited him to only 34 1/3 innings in the minors last season. The Cubs, however, are not putting a hard cap on his innings this year, believing that they can use data and insights from different departments to make collaborative decisions as the season unfolds. So far, Horton has covered 25 2/3 innings for the Cubs, posting three wins, a 4.21 ERA and only five walks against 108 major-league batters. It is a small sample, but it is also impressive given the gaps in his experience. The Cubs can afford to be patient. 'It's all about just slowing the game down and taking it one pitch at a time,' Horton said. 'It's just like anything else you do. The more you do it, the more comfortable you're going to feel. It comes from the preparation I put in. My bullpens, my routine, that's what gives me confidence to go out there and pitch.' Unless a 'Hard Knocks' camera crew gets access to the building, those types of moments are difficult to capture and appreciate. Ultimately, the Cubs, Bears and every other professional franchise will be judged by their record. But perception often matters, and players can tell when things are headed in the right direction. 'There's a winning culture,' Horton said. 'Everybody in here is pulling for each other. It's a special group.'
CBS News
2 days ago
- Business
- CBS News
Busch's big day propels Cubs to win over Nationals
Michael Busch hit his ninth homer of the season, drove in three runs and finished a double shy of the cycle to help the Chicago Cubs to a 8-3 victory over the Washington Nationals on Tuesday night. Nico Hoerner singled in two runs to complete a four-run fifth inning that put Chicago up 7-3. Dansby Swanson added a pair of sacrifice flies as the Cubs won their third straight and 15th out of 19. Right-hander Cade Horton (3-0) allowed three runs over 5 1/3 innings to start Chicago's nine-game road trip. CJ Abrams, James Wood and Luis García Jr. drove in runs for the Nationals. Busch tripled and singled off Trevor Williams (3-6), forced across a run on a bases-loaded walk against Andrew Chafin in the fifth, then hit a seventh-inning solo shot off Zach Brzykcy. He flew out to left against Jackson Rutledge in the ninth to fall just short of Chicago's second cycle this season. On March 31, Carson Kelly became the first Cubs batter to accomplish the feat since 1993. Key moment With the bases loaded and only one run in during the fifth, Busch fouled a 2-2 offering off his right leg and limped out of the batter's box. After a visit from team medical personnel, he drew two consecutive balls off Chafin to force in a run and prolong Chicago's big inning. Key stat With his fifth-inning single, Hoerner lifted his season batting average to .433 (26 for 60) with runners in scoring position and extended his on-base streak to 16 games. Up next Both teams start left-handers looking to string together strong performances on Wednesday. Chicago's Matthew Boyd (5-2, 3.08 ERA) pitched six innings of four-hit ball in a 2-1 win over Colorado last Wednesday. Washington's MacKenzie Gore (2-5, 3.16) has allowed just one run and six hits over his last two outings (12 IP).
Associated Press
2 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Busch's big day propels Cubs to 8-3 win over Nationals
WASHINGTON (AP) — Michael Busch hit his ninth homer of the season, drove in three runs and finished a double shy of the cycle to help the Chicago Cubs to a 8-3 victory over the Washington Nationals on Tuesday night. Nico Hoerner singled in two runs to complete a four-run fifth inning that put Chicago up 7-3. Dansby Swanson added a pair of sacrifice flies as the Cubs won their third straight and 15th out of 19. Right-hander Cade Horton (3-0) allowed three runs over 5 1/3 innings to start Chicago's nine-game road trip. CJ Abrams, James Wood and Luis García Jr. drove in runs for the Nationals. Busch tripled and singled off Trevor Williams (3-6), forced across a run on a bases-loaded walk against Andrew Chafin in the fifth, then hit a seventh-inning solo shot off Zach Brzykcy. He flew out to left against Jackson Rutledge in the ninth to fall just short of Chicago's second cycle this season. On March 31, Carson Kelly became the first Cubs batter to accomplish the feat since 1993. Key moment With the bases loaded and only one run in during the fifth, Busch fouled a 2-2 offering off his right leg and limped out of the batters box. After a visit from team medical personnel, he drew two consecutive balls off Chafin to force in a run and prolong Chicago's big inning. Key stat With his fifth-inning single, Hoerner lifted his season batting average to .433 (26 for 60) with runners in scoring position and extended his on-base streak to 16 games. Up next Both teams start left-handers looking to string together strong performances on Wednesday. Chicago's Matthew Boyd (5-2, 3.08 ERA) pitched six innings of four-hit ball in a 2-1 win over Colorado last Wednesday. Washington's MacKenzie Gore (2-5, 3.16) has allowed just one run and six hits over his last two outings (12 IP). ___ AP MLB:
Economic Times
2 days ago
- General
- Economic Times
Kyle Tucker out as Chicago Cubs open series against Washington Nationals
The Chicago Cubs begin a three-game road series against the Washington Nationals without star outfielder Kyle Tucker, who continues to recover from a jammed finger. Cade Horton starts for Chicago, facing Nationals right-hander Trevor Williams. Key lineup adjustments include Seiya Suzuki moving up in the order and Justin Turner entering as designated hitter Chicago Cubs right fielder Seiya Suzuki moves up in the lineup as Kyle Tucker remains sidelined with a jammed finger (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Kyle Tucker sits out as Cubs open series in Washington Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Cade Horton faces stronger offensive test in start for Cubs Cubs vs Nationals game information, injuries, and forecast The Chicago Cubs will start their road series against the Washington Nationals without outfielder Kyle Tucker, who remains sidelined with a jammed finger sustained during Sunday's game, June 1. Tucker is not in the lineup for Tuesday's opener as he continues to recover. In his absence, Seiya Suzuki will shift to right field and move up in the batting Cubs' starting lineup for the opener is as follows:Ian Happ, LFSeiya Suzuki, RFPete Crow-Armstrong, CFAlso read: Fantasy Baseball week 11 waiver targets: Jac Caglianone leads top pickups as Bubba Chandler, Eury Perez await MLB impact Carson Kelly, CMichael Busch, 1BDansby Swanson, SSNico Hoerner, 2BJustin Turner, DHMatt Shaw, 3BJustin Turner, who has a career 0-for-5 record with three strikeouts against Nationals starter Trevor Williams, will serve as designated hitter. Chicago will look to manage this stretch carefully, as Tuesday marks the beginning of a 13-game stretch without a scheduled read: Following success of MLB's big-spenders, smaller market teams try to counter amid RSN uncertainty Right-hander Cade Horton is set to start for the Cubs after delivering a career-best outing against the Colorado Rockies. Horton pitched six innings, allowing just two runs while striking out six and walking one. The Nationals, however, present a more formidable offensive challenge, with a team 104 wRC+ against right-handed pitching, compared to the Rockies' 68 wRC+, currently the lowest in Major League Washington Nationals will counter with right-hander Trevor Williams. Despite a high earned run average of 5.69, Williams holds an expected ERA of 3.83, reflecting better underlying performance. He has demonstrated effectiveness in limiting hard contact and issuing few walks. However, left-handed hitters have excelled against him, posting a .354/.396/.546 slash line this game between the Chicago Cubs (37–22) and the Washington Nationals (28–31) is scheduled for 5:45 p.m. CT and will be broadcast on Marquee Sports Network and 670 The Score. The game will be played at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., where temperatures are forecasted to be 83°F with weak wind blowing out, not expected to significantly affect read: Pete Rose's Hall of Fame hopes resurrected after death as MLB ban scrapped Chicago Cubs Injuries:Miguel Amaya, CShota Imanaga, SPPorter Hodge, RPJavier Assad, SPTyson Miller, RPEli Morgan, RPJustin Steele, SPWashington Nationals Injuries:Paul DeJong, 3BJacob Young, OFDylan Crews, OFDerek Law, RPOrlando Ribalta, RPMason Thompson, RPJosiah Gray, SPDJ Herz, SPThe Nationals' lineup for Tuesday features:CJ Abrams, SSJames Wood, LFNathaniel Lowe, 1BLuis Garcia Jr., 2BJosh Bell, DHRobert Hassell III, CFKeibert Ruiz, CJose Tena, 3BDaylen Lile, RF
Time of India
2 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Kyle Tucker out as Chicago Cubs open series against Washington Nationals
The Chicago Cubs begin a three-game road series against the Washington Nationals without star outfielder Kyle Tucker, who continues to recover from a jammed finger. Cade Horton starts for Chicago, facing Nationals right-hander Trevor Williams. Key lineup adjustments include Seiya Suzuki moving up in the order and Justin Turner entering as designated hitter Chicago Cubs right fielder Seiya Suzuki moves up in the lineup as Kyle Tucker remains sidelined with a jammed finger (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) Kyle Tucker sits out as Cubs open series in Washington Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Cade Horton faces stronger offensive test in start for Cubs Cubs vs Nationals game information, injuries, and forecast The Chicago Cubs will start their road series against the Washington Nationals without outfielder Kyle Tucker, who remains sidelined with a jammed finger sustained during Sunday's game, June 1. Tucker is not in the lineup for Tuesday's opener as he continues to recover. In his absence, Seiya Suzuki will shift to right field and move up in the batting Cubs' starting lineup for the opener is as follows:Ian Happ, LFSeiya Suzuki, RFPete Crow-Armstrong, CFAlso read: Fantasy Baseball week 11 waiver targets: Jac Caglianone leads top pickups as Bubba Chandler, Eury Perez await MLB impact Carson Kelly, CMichael Busch, 1BDansby Swanson, SSNico Hoerner, 2BJustin Turner, DHMatt Shaw, 3BJustin Turner, who has a career 0-for-5 record with three strikeouts against Nationals starter Trevor Williams, will serve as designated hitter. Chicago will look to manage this stretch carefully, as Tuesday marks the beginning of a 13-game stretch without a scheduled read: Following success of MLB's big-spenders, smaller market teams try to counter amid RSN uncertainty Right-hander Cade Horton is set to start for the Cubs after delivering a career-best outing against the Colorado Rockies. Horton pitched six innings, allowing just two runs while striking out six and walking one. The Nationals, however, present a more formidable offensive challenge, with a team 104 wRC+ against right-handed pitching, compared to the Rockies' 68 wRC+, currently the lowest in Major League Washington Nationals will counter with right-hander Trevor Williams. Despite a high earned run average of 5.69, Williams holds an expected ERA of 3.83, reflecting better underlying performance. He has demonstrated effectiveness in limiting hard contact and issuing few walks. However, left-handed hitters have excelled against him, posting a .354/.396/.546 slash line this game between the Chicago Cubs (37–22) and the Washington Nationals (28–31) is scheduled for 5:45 p.m. CT and will be broadcast on Marquee Sports Network and 670 The Score. The game will be played at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., where temperatures are forecasted to be 83°F with weak wind blowing out, not expected to significantly affect read: Pete Rose's Hall of Fame hopes resurrected after death as MLB ban scrapped Chicago Cubs Injuries:Miguel Amaya, CShota Imanaga, SPPorter Hodge, RPJavier Assad, SPTyson Miller, RPEli Morgan, RPJustin Steele, SPWashington Nationals Injuries:Paul DeJong, 3BJacob Young, OFDylan Crews, OFDerek Law, RPOrlando Ribalta, RPMason Thompson, RPJosiah Gray, SPDJ Herz, SPThe Nationals' lineup for Tuesday features:CJ Abrams, SSJames Wood, LFNathaniel Lowe, 1BLuis Garcia Jr., 2BJosh Bell, DHRobert Hassell III, CFKeibert Ruiz, CJose Tena, 3BDaylen Lile, RF
