Chicago Cubs: Do the Cubs stand a chance against historic Red Sox team?

It’s fun to look ahead at potential matchups and one that Chicago Cubs fans have probably thought about this season is the chances of facing off against the Boston Red Sox in the World Series.

The Chicago Cubs, in terms of their record, at least, look like the team to beat out in the National League. However, they have had their bumps in the road.

Whether it’s the stagnant offense that’s either hot or cold, the inconsistent starting pitching or injury bug, the Cubs faced plenty of adversity this season. The question remains if they can use these hurdles to help them down the stretch and in October.

While the Cubs have been battling daily in the NL, the Red Sox are on a historic run. It’s Aug. 25. The Sox are 90-40. Boston has 90 wins before Sept. 1. The 2016 Cubs team that won 103 games didn’t win their 90th game until Sept. 9 in a 2-0 win over the Houston Astros.

Furthermore, this season’s squad lost their 39th game July 20. The Red Sox lost their 39th game 35 days later. The New York Yankees are 79-47. That record is better than any team in the National League. They’re 8 1/2 games back in the AL East coming into Saturday.

It helps having an American League Cy Young candidate in Chris Sale and two AL MVP candidates in Mookie Betts and J.D. Martinez.