This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/cubs as Cubs Rise in Standings Backed by Best Point Differential in Majors. Point differential is calculated simply by the difference between runs scored and runs against. Teams definitely want to be in the positive and the higher the better.

As we approach the stretch run of the 2025 MLB season, let's break down the standings to figure out which contenders will have the easiest and the most difficult schedules as they look to fight their way to the playoffs.

Chicago Cubs starter Matthew Boyd owns a stretch of 23 consecutive scoreless innings, the longest active streak in the majors and the longest of his 11-year big-league career.

The Chicago Cubs are having somewhat of a dream season. At 59-40 they own the best record in the entire National League. Right fielder Kyle Tucker has fit in w

The Boston Red Sox were able to win Sunday's game against the Chicago Cubs to avoid a series sweep at Wrigley Field, but the series loss emphasized an already c

The Cubs have the best record in the National League, and can they improve upon it on Saturday with a second straight win over the Red Sox?