Chicago hosts Pittsburgh, aims to build on Davies' solid showing
Chicago looks to follow up a dominant performance by Friday starter Zach DaviesMAY 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
TREVOR WILLIAMS #32 - PITCHER - WASHINGTON NATIONALS
6-1 W-L •
1.03 WHIP •
2.03 ERA
6-1 W-L
1.03 WHIP
2.03 ERA
Davies, Pederson lead Cubs over Pirates 3-2, 4th win in row
Zach Davies allowed five hits in seven scoreless innings, Rex Brothers got his first save in eight years and the Chicago Cubs held on to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-2, extending...MAY 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cahill, Pirates to take on Davies, Cubs
The Cubs will roll out Zach Davies to the mound Friday and the Pirates will give Trevor Cahill the startMAY 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Gets destroyed in no-decision Williams allowed six runs on six hits and four walks across 2.2 innings and did not factor into the decision Sunday against the Reds. He struck out two.
Impact Williams probably deserved his third loss of the season, but the Cubs rallied from an early deficit to tie the game before falling 13-12 in 10 innings, so the righty escaped the decision. It was still the worst outing of the year so far for Williams, who was tagged for three home runs, and it pushed his ERA up to 6.00 through six starts. He'll look to get back on track his next time out Saturday against the Pirates.
MAY 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Takes second loss Williams (2-2) allowed two runs on six hits across five innings to take the loss Tuesday against Atlanta. He walked two and struck out eight.
Impact Williams set a new season high with the eight strikeouts, but he got zero run support and was saddled with his second loss in five starts. Other than when he allowed five runs on 10 hits across 3.1 innings back on April 11, the righty has been solid, allowing two or fewer runs in his other four outings. Williams will take a 4.44 ERA into his next scheduled start Sunday against the Reds.
APRIL 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Fans six in no-decision Williams did not factor into the decision during Thursday's win over the Mets, allowing two runs on five hits and a walk while striking out six over five innings.
Impact All of the damage charged to Williams came from a two-run home run off the bat of Pete Alonso in the fourth inning. Otherwise, the 28-year-old turned in a decent showing, leaving the game positioned for the win before the bullpen erased the lead in the seventh. Williams was also strong in his last appearance, allowing only one run in five frames. Notably, the right-hander has given up two or fewer runs in three of his first four outings. He'll look to notch his third win of the year on the road Tuesday at Atlanta.
APRIL 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
LEADING OFF: Padres-Dodgers back at it, Astros struggling
Los Angeles right-hander Walker Buehler starts the opener of a four-game series against the San Diego Padres at Dodger Stadium on ThursdayAPRIL 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Báez hits slam, Cubs get boost from Mets errors in 16-4 romp
Javier Báez hit a grand slam and the Chicago Cubs took advantage of a season-high four errors by the New York Mets in a 16-4 romp on a chilly night at Wrigley FieldAPRIL 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
LEADING OFF: Padres-Dodgers back at it, Astros struggling
Los Angeles right-hander Walker Buehler starts the opener of a four-game series against the San Diego Padres at Dodger Stadium on ThursdayAPRIL 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Gives up one run in win Williams (2-1) allowed one run on four hits and three walks while fanning four across five innings in Saturday's win over the Braves.
Impact Williams had a rough performance in his previous outing when he allowed five runs across 3.1 innings at Pittsburgh, but he bounced back admirably here and ended just three outs away from what would've been his second quality start of the campaign. The right-hander has given up two or fewer runs in two of his first three outings of the campaign, and his upcoming start is scheduled for next week at home against the Mets.
APRIL 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bryant, Contreras lead Cubs over Braves in Kazmar's return
Kris Bryant and Willson Contreras each homered twice, and the Chicago Cubs beat the Braves 13-4 on an afternoon when Atlanta returned Sean Kazmar Jr. to the major leagues for the f...APRIL 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cubs hit by 4 more pitches, Braves hold on in 9th to win 5-2
Kyle Wright plunked four Cubs batters but still left with the lead after a last-minute call-up, Will Smith stranded the bases loaded in the bottom of the ninth inning and the Atlan...APRIL 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Struggles in second start Williams (1-1) allowed five runs on 10 hits and two walks while striking out three in 3.1 innings in a loss to the Pirates on Sunday.
Impact Williams was quite sharp in his Cubs debut Monday, but he was unable to find the same success against his former team Sunday. The right-hander allowed baserunners in every inning and was unable to get much support from the Cubs' faltering offense. Through his first two starts with Chicago, Williams has posted a 6.75 ERA and 1.71 WHIP in 9.1 innings. Williams lines up to make his next start at home against Atlanta on Saturday.
APRIL 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Brubaker pitches, hits Pirates to 7-1 win over slumping Cubs
JT Brubaker pitched into the sixth inning and had the first three RBIs of his career to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates over the Chicago Cubs 7-1APRIL 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Williams expected to start for Cubs at Pirates
The Chicago Cubs visit the Pittsburgh PiratesAPRIL 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Keller shines, Pirates end 6-game skid, tag Davies, Cubs 8-2
Mitch Keller pitched five efficient innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates used an early burst to chase Zach Davies in an 8-2 win over the Chicago CubsAPRIL 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Earns win in team debut Williams (1-0) allowed two runs across six innings of work to earn the win Monday against the Brewers. He gave up two hits and two walks while striking out six.
Impact Making his team debut after spending his first five seasons with the Pirates, Williams looked good against a familiar NL Central opponent. The six strikeouts in six innings stand out, as the righty has never posted a K/9 above 8.0 for a season, so he generally relies more on his defense, though fantasy managers certainly won't complain about the result. Williams will look to keep it rolling when he takes on his former Pittsburgh club Sunday.
APRIL 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Contreras, Báez, Bote HRs lift Cubs over Brewers 5-3
Willson Contreras, Javier Báez and David Bote homered during a four-run fourth inning to lift the Chicago Cubs over the Milwaukee Brewers 5-3APRIL 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sanó, Twins beat Brewers 8-2 to win season-opening series
Mitch Garver and Miguel Sanó homered to back up the Minnesota Twins’ strong pitching in an 8-2 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on SundayAPRIL 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Zach Davies wins Chicago debut as Cubs beat Pirates 4-3
Zach Davies pitched into the sixth inning in his Chicago Cubs debut, leading his new team to a 4-3 victory over the short-handed Pittsburgh PiratesAPRIL 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Rizzo ends talks; Odor getting cut; restrictions to loosen
Anthony Rizzo is cutting off talks with the Chicago Cubs on a new contract and is prepared to play the season as free agency looms after the World SeriesMARCH 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kuhl's the rule; Pirates name Chad Kuhl opening day starter
Chad Kuhl will be the opening day starter for the Pittsburgh PiratesMARCH 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bote wins Cubs 2B job; Hoerner optioned to Triple-A Iowa
David Bote has won the second-base job with the Chicago Cubs, and Trevor Williams and Adbert Alzolay will round out the team’s rotation at the beginning of the seasonMARCH 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Should be fourth starter Williams is expected to begin the season as the Cubs' No. 4 pitcher, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.
Impact Kyle Hendricks was officially named the Opening Day starter Tuesday, and he's expected to be followed by Jake Arrieta and Zach Davies. Manager David Ross didn't confirm the order after Hendricks, but it makes sense based on how the pitchers have lined up this spring. Williams struggled last year with the Pirates, posting a 6.18 ERA and 1.57 WHIP across 55.1 innings, but he's turned in better results not too long ago (3.11 ERA and 1.18 WHIP across 170.2 innings in 2018), so the Cubs are hoping he can recapture that form.
MARCH 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
RHP Kyle Hendricks to start on opening day for Chicago Cubs
Chicago manager David Ross says Kyle Hendricks will get the ball when the Cubs begin the season against Pittsburgh on April 1 at Wrigley FieldMARCH 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
