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The Houston Astros find themselves in an unfamiliar position, sitting 10 games below .500 for the first time since May 2016. Despite the struggles, manager Joe Espada remains unyielding in his belief that the team can turn things around, emphasizing the need for adjustments and improved at-bats. Meanwhile, the Chicago Cubs will send Jameson Taillon to the mound on Wednesday as they aim to continue their recent success against Houston. Taillon will face Spencer Arrighetti of the Astros, who is looking to improve upon his early-season performances.

Chicago Cubs left-hander Jordan Wicks pitched his first quality start of the season, holding the Houston Astros to two runs over six innings in a 7-2 victory on Tuesday night at Wrigley Field. Wicks struck out six batters and did not walk a batter, marking a significant improvement from his previous starts. The Cubs offense provided plenty of support with a five-run first inning, including home runs from Cody Bellinger and Mike Tauchman. Tauchman added a second home run in the eighth inning for his second career multi-homer game. Bellinger left the game in the seventh inning with a right rib bruise after colliding with the outfield wall, but X-rays were negative. With a challenging stretch of 16 consecutive games ahead, the Cubs will need their starting pitchers to cover more innings, and Wicks’ performance is a positive sign in that regard.

The Chicago Cubs defeated the Houston Astros 6-4 on Tuesday at Wrigley Field for their fourth consecutive win. Mike Tauchman hit a 3-run home run in the first inning, and Cody Bellinger added a 2-run shot later in the inning to give the Cubs an early lead. Jordan Wicks pitched 6 strong innings for the win, and the bullpen held on for the save.

Mike Tauchman’s two homers, including a first-inning three-run blast, led the Chicago Cubs to a 7-2 victory over the Houston Astros on Tuesday night. Cody Bellinger also contributed with a two-run homer in the first inning. The win drops the Astros, who have lost three straight and six of seven, to 7-17, marking the first time they have been 10 games under .500 since 2016.

The Chicago Cubs opened their three-game series against the visiting Houston Astros with a convincing 7-2 victory on Tuesday, powered by impressive performances from Mike Tauchman and Cody Bellinger. Tauchman hit two home runs and drove in four runs, while Bellinger contributed a two-run homer. Jordan Wicks pitched a solid six innings for the Cubs, allowing only two runs on five hits. The Astros have now lost 10 of their past 13 games, scoring just six runs during their current three-game skid.

Kyle Hendricks’ early season struggles have resulted in a 15-day IL stint for the Cubs veteran right-hander due to a low back strain. Manager Craig Counsell indicated that the team’s focus is on addressing the injury before developing a plan to improve Hendricks’ pitching performance. The move was part of a roster shakeup on Tuesday that also included placing lefty reliever Drew Smyly on the IL (right hip impingement) and designating first baseman/designated hitter Garrett Cooper for assignment. The Cubs recalled Hayden Wesneski, Luke Little, and Matt Mervis in response.

The Chicago Cubs have designated veteran infielder Garrett Cooper for assignment, making way for exciting young prospect Matt Mervis. Cooper, an All-Star with the Miami Marlins in 2022, had a solid start with the Cubs, hitting .270 with a .774 OPS in 12 games. However, with the return of Patrick Wisdom and the presence of other capable hitters, Cooper became expendable. Mervis, a promising lefty hitter, will join Michael Busch as another left-handed option in the lineup and brings a high upside after posting a .904 OPS in the minors.

The Chicago Cubs have announced several roster moves, with Kyle Hendricks and Drew Smyly being placed on the 15-day injured list. Right-hander Hayden Wesneski and left-hander Luke Little were recalled in corresponding moves. Garrett Cooper was designated for assignment to make room for Matt Mervis on the 40-man roster. Hendricks, 34, has struggled mightily to start the season, posting a 12.00 ERA in five starts. Smyly is sidelined due to a hip impingement. The Cubs will now need to determine how to fill the void in their rotation during a stretch where they play 16 consecutive games.

The Chicago Cubs have made several roster moves following a split weekend series. Right-hander Kyle Hendricks and left-hander Drew Smyly have been placed on the 15-day injured list due to back strain and right hip impingement, respectively. Right-hander Hayden Wesneski and first baseman Matt Mervis have been recalled from Triple-A Iowa. First baseman/designated hitter Garrett Cooper has been designated for assignment.

The Chicago Cubs have called up first baseman Matt Mervis from Triple-A Iowa and placed pitchers Kyle Hendricks (lower back) and Drew Smyly (hip impingement) on the injured list. Mervis, 26, made his MLB debut last season but struggled offensively. However, he has rebounded in Triple-A this year, batting .288 with five home runs and six doubles. The Cubs also designated Garrett Cooper for assignment.