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Cubs prospect Cam Smith rides 6-game homer streak to a promotion: 'He’s an 80-grade makeup'
PITTSBURGH — The last month of Chicago Cubs baseball has felt like it’s been one eye on trying to get back in the playoff race and the other on 2025 and beyond. Monday’s 18-8 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park gives those who want to cling to …