Blanked by Astros' Kai-Wei Teng, Cubs fail to score on starting pitcher for fourth straight game
The Chicago Cubs continued their offensive struggles, failing to score against the Houston Astros' starting pitcher Kai-Wei Teng. This marks the fourth consecutive game in which the Cubs have been blanked by a starting pitcher, contributing to their ongoing seven-game losing streak. The Astros secured a 3-0 victory, further highlighting the Cubs' difficulties at the plate during their homestand.
- ▪The Cubs have not scored against a starting pitcher in four straight games.
- ▪Kai-Wei Teng pitched six scoreless innings against the Cubs, allowing only two hits.
- ▪The Cubs have scored just seven runs during their current six-game homestand.
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