Cubs Set to Face Struggling Cardinals in Upcoming Series

The Chicago Cubs are gearing up for a series against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium, where the Cardinals are currently experiencing a significant downturn in performance. Since the All-Star break, the Cardinals have recorded a disappointing 3-7 record and have struggled with offensive production, winning only 6 out of their last 19 games since defeating the Cubs on July 4.

Despite their offensive woes, the Cardinals do have some bright spots in their pitching rotation. Andre Pallante, Kyle Leahy, and Michael McGreevy have shown promise, while Hunter Dobbins recently delivered a standout performance against the Angels. However, there are concerns regarding Matthew Liberatore's effectiveness, with discussions about whether he should be moved to the bullpen or sent down to Memphis.

As the trade deadline approaches, the Cardinals are expected to be active in the market, potentially moving players like Lars Nootbaar, JoJo Romero, and Dustin May. This could pave the way for new talent from their Memphis affiliate, as President of Baseball Operations Chaim Bloom looks to reshape the roster.

The Cubs, on the other hand, are coming off a mixed series against the Cardinals earlier this month, where they lost two out of three games at home. Historically, the Cubs have struggled at Busch Stadium, with their last series sweep occurring in 2010. They have faced the Cardinals 2,532 times, leading the all-time series but having a losing record in St. Louis.

The upcoming series will feature a matchup of pitchers, including David Peterson for the Cubs against Matthew Liberatore for the Cardinals on Monday. The Cubs will be looking to capitalize on the Cardinals' struggles and aim for a series win as they prepare to return to Wrigley Field for a series against the New York Yankees later this week.