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The Chicago Cubs are in trouble… and it’s time to have an honest conversation.
In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central, we break down the THREE players who are holding the Cubs back during their recent struggles. While the bullpen has received much of the blame, the reality is that several key veterans have failed to produce when the team has needed them most.
We take a deep dive into Alex Bregman’s disappointing season, Dansby Swanson’s offensive inconsistencies, and Ian Happ’s struggles at the plate. What has gone wrong? What do these players need to do to get back on track? And what could happen to the Cubs’ playoff hopes if they don’t figure it out soon?
We’ll analyze the numbers, discuss recent comments from the players and coaching staff, and examine whether these struggles are temporary or signs of a bigger problem for the Cubs moving forward.
Are the Cubs still contenders?
Which player is under the most pressure?
Can this team turn things around before it’s too late?
Join the conversation and let us know in the comments: Which Cubs player needs to step up the most right now?
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"🚨 3 Cubs Players Holding This Team Back" is an episode of Chicago Cubs Central Podcast. Runtime 15 min. Published June 13, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.