The Cubs have won 10 in a row.
The last time they had a longer winning streak, it was 2016.
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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MARCH 26: Manager Craig Counsell #11 of the Chicago Cubs looks on before a game between the Washington Nationals and the Chicago Cubs on Opening Day at Wrigley Field on March 26, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Griffin Quinn/Getty Images)
On Friday night, the Chicago Cubs played the Los Angeles Dodgers in California.
The Cubs won by a score of 6-4.
Dansby Swanson led the team with two hits and four RBI’s.
Alden González of ESPN wrote: “The Cubs have won 10 in a row. The last time they had a longer winning streak, it was 2016.”
The Cubs have won 10 in a row.
The last time they had a longer winning streak, it was 2016.
GettyManager Craig Counsell #11 of the Chicago Cubs looks on against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Wrigley Field on April 10, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois.
Before Friday’s game, the Cubs announced that they had made a roster decision on Scott Kingery.
Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network wrote: “-RHP Vince Velasquez contract selected. –Caleb Thielbar placed on the 15-day IL with a left hamstring strain. -Scott Kingery designated for assignment.”
GettyScott Kingery #12 of the Chicago Cubs poses for a portrait during photo day at Sloan Park on February 17, 2026 in Mesa, Arizona.
Kingery appeared in eight games for the Cubs this season.
He is batting .250 with one hit, two runs and one stolen base.
GettyScott Kingery #4 of the Philadelphia Phillies hits a three run triple in the second inning against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park on August 23, 2019 in Miami, Florida. Teams are wearing special color schemed uniforms with players choosing nicknames to display for Players’ Weekend.
Kingery was picked in the second round of the 2015 MLB Draft.
He spent the first four years of his career playing for the Philadelphia Phillies.
During the 2019 season, Kingery batted .258 with 19 home runs, 55 RBI’s, 64 runs and 15 stolen bases in 126 games.
Matt Gelb of The Athletic wrote (on April 13): “Smattering of cheers for Scott Kingery as he takes his first at-bat of the season for the Cubs. It’s his first time at Citizens Bank Park since he departed the Phillies. A lot of old teammates and coaches sought him out pregame.”
GettyScott Kingery #13 of the Los Angeles Angels runs after a bunt single against the Athletics in the third inning at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on June 09, 2025 in Anaheim, California.
Following the Phillies, Kingery had stints with the Los Angeles Angels (and Cubs).
Over 352 career games, the 31-year-old is batting .227 with 30 home runs, 96 RBI’s, 137 runs and 27 stolen bases.
GettyCHICAGO, ILLINOIS – APRIL 10: Manager Craig Counsell #11 of the Chicago Cubs looks on against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Wrigley Field on April 10, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
The Cubs are the hottest team in the MLB.
They are at the top of the National League Central with a 17-9 record in 26 games.
On the road, the Cubs have gone 6-4 in ten games away from Wrigley Field.
Following the Dodgers, they will visit the San Diego Padres on Monday.
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years. He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar
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