Frequently Asked Questions
What are Michael Busch's current hitting streaks?
Michael Busch is currently on a 9-game on-base streak and a 7-game hitting streak. Since May 27, he's been slashing .333/.458/.462 after struggling through May.
How does Michael Busch rank among MLB first basemen this season?
Busch ranks fifth among first basemen in WAR with 1.7 and third in wRC+ at 134, trailing only Bryce Harper and Freddie Freeman. He's ahead of All-Star names like Pete Alonso and Christian Walker in wRC+.
What are Michael Busch's overall 2024 season stats?
Busch is slashing .260/.353/.456 for the season and leads the Cubs in OPS, SLG, and OBP. He's second on the team in home runs with nine.
When did Cubs fans start criticizing Michael Busch?
Fans became impatient with Busch after he struggled in May, following a hot start that included a 5-game home run streak. Many seemed to write him off after just a two-week cold streak.
How did the Cubs acquire Michael Busch?
The Cubs acquired Busch from the Dodgers organization during the winter, making him the only bat they added in the offseason. He was a former top prospect in the Dodgers system.