The Chicago Cubs faced a disappointing sweep by the Cleveland Guardians, culminating in a 6-1 loss on Wednesday. After initially taking the lead in the fourth inning with a triple from Seiya Suzuki, the Cubs quickly lost momentum as the Guardians responded with four runs off starting pitcher Jameson Taillon. The Cubs struggled offensively, with only a single run coming from a sacrifice fly, and their hitters were unable to capitalize on opportunities, including a leaping catch that ended a potential rally. This defeat marked the first time the Cubs have been swept in a series of more than two games this season, raising concerns about their competitiveness as they face upcoming teams with losing records. With the Guardians showcasing their dominance, the Cubs must improve significantly in the next two weeks to keep their playoff hopes alive.