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Cubs' Nico Hoerner Offers 3-Word Response to Chase for NL Batting Title

Cubs' Nico Hoerner Offers 3-Word Response to Chase for NL Batting Title

Summary

Chicago Cubs player Nico Hoerner is in the running for the National League batting title with a .299 average. He has 13 games left in the season to improve his stats. Hoerner acknowledges the significance of the batting title while focusing on quality performance.

Key Facts

  • Nico Hoerner plays as a second baseman for the Chicago Cubs.
  • He went 2-for-4 in a recent game against the Tampa Bay Rays, raising his season batting average to .299.
  • Hoerner is competing for the National League batting title, with Trea Turner currently leading at .305.
  • Hoerner has had a strong September, batting .396 in 12 games.
  • Hoerner has shown consistent performance, making him a valuable player for the Cubs.
  • He did not make the All-Star team but could add a batting title and potentially a second Gold Glove to his accomplishments.
  • There are 13 games left in the season for Hoerner to potentially improve his stats further.

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