Phillies Cite Inexplicable Excuse For Offensive Struggles After Cubs Sweep

BusinessSportsMoneyPhillies Cite Inexplicable Excuse For Offensive Struggles After Cubs SweepByPeter Chawaga,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Chawaga is a writer and editor covering Major League Baseball.Follow AuthorApr 23, 2026, 10:29am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.PHOENIX, ARIZONA - SEPTEMBER 19: Manager Rob Thomson #49 of the Philadelphia Phillies blows a bubble during the fourth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on September 19, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images)Getty ImagesThe Philadelphia Phillies suffered their eighth-straight loss on Wednesday, falling to the Chicago Cubs in a series sweep and taking possession of Major League Baseball’s worst skid as a division rival earned a win.With the New York Mets ending their own 12-game losing streak by besting the Minnesota Twins, the Phillies are now tied for last place in the National League East division as they head into an off day and prepare to take on the Atlanta Braves on Friday.“The Philadelphia Phillies used an opener and changed up their batting order Wednesday, but neither move did the trick, as they dropped their eighth consecutive game, losing 7-2 to the Chicago Cubs,” ESPN’s Jesse Rogers wrote. “The eight straight losses are the team's most since a nine-game skid in 2018.”ForbesDodgers $69 Million Star Sends 5-Word Message After Elbow SurgeryBy Peter ChawagaPhiladelphia Phillies Cite ‘Lack Of A Lefty Batting Practice Arm’ As Reason For Losing StreakAs the Phillies continue to mix things up without success, fans are getting tired of platitudes as the issues increasingly appear to stem from roster construction issues. But the Phillies personnel have little choice but to voice a consistent message even as the early season results turn into a significant gap in the standings.MORE FOR YOU"Baseball'...