Chicago Cubs: Now is not the time to hit that panic button

Despite a recent slump, the Chicago Cubs remain in the driver’s seat for a third consecutive National League Central division crown with just days to play.

We’ve seen this story before. A sputtering offense filled with talented players all seeming to be pressing at the same time. This has been the case for much of the 2018 season. Up and down the Chicago Cubs lineup, you find inconsistencies. Yet the team always seems to rebound.

The 2018 season has been far from ideal. Between injuries and prolonged offensive slumps, it’s a miracle that this club still sits atop the division with just five games remaining in the regular season. Not only do the Cubs own first place by a half game over the…