Connor Johnson

Connor recently graduated Northern Illinois University with a Bachelor of Science in Finance with a minor in Economics. Growing up a Cubs fan and transitioning to a fan of the sport as a whole, he has found interest in the statistical side of the game. During the season, you can find Connor watching ballgames and fishing in his spare time. He has been writing for just over a year now, beginning with Cubs Insider in January 2018.

Postgame Pondering

Connor JohnsonJuly 7, 2019

Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (7/7/19): Cubs 1, White Sox 3 – Nova Keeps Cubs in Check for Series Split

After handling Chicago White Sox ace Lucas Giolito yesterday, the Chicago Cubs were looking to do the same against the…
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Postgame Pondering

Connor JohnsonMay 3, 2019

Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (5/3/19): Cubs 4, Cardinals 0 – Hendricks Goes Distance, Rizzo Remains Hot

The Cubs opened up a 10-game homestand with a weekend set against their division rivals, the St. Louis Cardinals. This…
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Cubs News, Rumors & Analysis

Connor JohnsonMarch 20, 2019

Projection of Cubs Contract Values Reveals Huge Surpluses, Relatively Small Deficits

As the Cubs gear up for another run at sustaining their success of the past four seasons, several questions remain…
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Postgame Pondering

Connor JohnsonMarch 3, 2019

Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (3/3/19) – Cubs 13, White Sox 4: Offense Explodes Early, Darvish Dazzles

The Cubs took on the White Sox this afternoon at Sloan Park with most of the teams’ respective stars playing.…
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Postgame Pondering

Connor JohnsonMarch 2, 2019

Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (3/2/19) – Brewers 7, Cubs 4: Lester Makes Second Start, Brewers Blast Bullpen

Despite spring training games having virtually no impact on the season ahead, every game between the Cubs and Brewers has…
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Game Day

Connor JohnsonSeptember 21, 2018

CI Recap (9/21/18) – Cubs 4, White Sox 10: Quintana Rocked, Offense Missing Yet Again

The Cubs and the White Sox opened round two of the Crosstown Classic this afternoon. When the two teams met…
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Game Day

Connor JohnsonSeptember 10, 2018

CI Recap (9/10/18) – Brewers 3, Cubs 2: Offense Falters, Lester Leaves with Back Tightness

The Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers opened an important series with playoff implications Monday evening. The Cubs held a two-game…
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Cubs News, Rumors & Analysis

Connor JohnsonJuly 20, 2018

CI Recap (7/20/18) – Cubs 5, Cardinals 18: Carpenter Goes Off, Lester Struggles to Open Second Half

Following a strong offensive showing Thursday night, the Chicago Cubs rolled over in game two of this weekend set with…
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Game Day

Connor JohnsonMay 29, 2018

CI Recap (5/29/18) – Cubs 8, Pirates 6: Rizzo Under Review Again, Offense Paves Way to Win

Winners in three of their last four games, the Cubs came into tonight’s contest in Pittsburgh looking to exhibit continuity…
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Game Day

Connor JohnsonMay 28, 2018

CI Recap (5/28/18) – Cubs 7, Pirates 0: Montgomery Shines in Start, Rizzo and Russell Homer

After taking two of three in the weekend set with the Giants, the Cubs looked to bring some consistency into…
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