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Padres Face Cubs: A Crucial Series Ahead
30 Jun
Summary
- The San Diego Padres are beginning a three-game series against the Chicago Cubs.
- Both teams have recently had success, with the Cubs winning eight of their last ten.
- Pitching matchups include Griffin Canning vs. Shota Imanaga on Monday.
The San Diego Padres are set to face the Chicago Cubs in a three-game series beginning on Monday, June 29, 2026. The Padres, holding a 43-39 record, are coming off a series loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. They previously swept the Atlanta Braves, indicating their potential against strong opponents.
The Cubs, with a 46-38 record, are on a strong run, having won six of their last seven games and eight of their last ten overall. The two teams previously met in April, with the Cubs taking two out of three games in San Diego.
Monday's series opener on June 29 will feature Padres right-hander Griffin Canning against Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga. Canning has struggled recently, posting a 7.38 ERA, while Imanaga has a 4.40 ERA but has also allowed multiple runs in recent outings.
Tuesday, June 30, will see Padres left-hander JP Sears face Cubs left-hander Matthew Boyd. Sears impressed in a recent start, and Boyd is returning from an injury layoff with a 5.02 ERA. Wednesday's finale on July 1 pits Padres right-hander Walker Buehler against Cubs right-hander Colin Rea. Buehler has been dominant lately, with a 1.71 ERA in his last five starts, while Rea has shown improvement in his recent outings.
