Hoerner provided late-game lift with a two-out, two-run double, reinforcing his role as a steady source of offense as the Cubs navigate injuries and roster moves.

Hoerner has hits in 18 of his last 21 games, batting .354 with 10 RBI, 16 runs, and four doubles over 91 plate appearances. He’s 70-for-58 in head-to-heads against Pittsburgh with a strong track record, and his current multi-hit streak supports the over 1.5 total bases line in Monday’s opener vs. the Pirates.

Nico Hoerner has emerged as Chicago s top NL hitting threat behind Turner's pace, anchoring the Cubs offense with timely hits and multi-hit potential, keeping him on fantasy radars as the season winds down.

Hoerner’s 26th steal of the season helped turn a routine flyout into a decisive run, highlighting the Cubs’ aggressive baserunning as a weapon. His speed and contact ability balance Chicago’s offense, especially when slugging isn’t at peak.

Hoerner collected three hits and a 10-pitch at-bat that leveraged a baserunning edge, illustrating Chicago's aggressive, persistent approach and giving Taillon ample support as the Cubs pulled away late.