Frequently Asked Questions
Is David Ross on the hot seat as Cubs manager?
According to The Athletic's report, Jed Hoyer doesn't view Ross as a placeholder and he's not anywhere near being on the hot seat. Ross will be keeping his seat for the foreseeable future despite recent struggles.
How bad was the Cubs' recent road trip?
The Cubs went 2-7 on their recent road trip with a -27 run differential, which has contributed to fan frustration with the team's performance.
What roster moves have the Cubs made that fans wanted?
The Cubs called up Matt Mervis and Christopher Morel, DFA'ed Eric Hosmer, and have been putting together competitive daily lineups. Cody Bellinger and Kyle Hendricks are also expected to return soon.
Why aren't Cubs fans blaming David Ross for the team's struggles?
Ross has had a less-than competitive team in previous years, dealt with the pandemic transition from player to coach with no prior experience, and the current roster finally has the talent fans wanted. The main issue appears to be player performance rather than management decisions.
What specific struggles have Cubs players had recently?
Marcus Stroman gave up six runs in just 2.2 innings against Minnesota, Justin Steele allowed five runs on five hits to Houston, and Dansby Swanson is hitting .244 with a .487 slugging percentage in May.