The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 43-37 record and sit in second place in the National League Central. In the past 24 hours, the Cubs achieved a dominant performance. They completed a doubleheader sweep of the New York Mets at Citi Field. The scores were 10-3 and 10-5.
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MLB Game Recap
In the matinee, Dansby Swanson erased an early 3-0 deficit with a tiebreaking three-run homer. He later hit a grand slam to secure a 10-3 victory. The nightcap saw the Cubs capitalize on a franchise-record six Mets errors to win 10-5. Swanson’s go-ahead RBI triple in the sixth inning highlighted the victory. The sweep extended Chicago’s winning streak to three games and handed New York their fifth consecutive loss.
Standout Performer
Dansby Swanson (SS): 5-for-9, 2 HR, 1 3B, 11 RBI, 2 R, 1 SB. Swanson’s 11 RBIs across the doubleheader set a new Cubs franchise record. It surpassed the previous mark of 10 set by Hall of Famer Ron Santo in 1970. The shortstop came into the series with only 14 RBIs in his last 48 games. He then exploded for 15 RBIs in the first three games against New York.
Key News & Notes
The Cubs’ starting rotation faced challenges. Ben Brown suffered a neck strain. Edward Cabrera sustained a moderate hamstring strain. Both were placed on the 15-day injured list on Wednesday. To address the shortage, Chicago acquired left-hander David Peterson from the Mets in exchange for minor league infielder Cole Mathis. Additionally, the team claimed pitcher Bryse Wilson off waivers from the Phillies. They selected the contract of veteran Vince Velasquez from Triple-A Iowa.
Farm Report
- AAA Iowa Cubs: Beat Buffalo 18-11. Kevin Alcántara went 4-for-5 with a home run, a double, and 4 RBIs. This was during an offensive explosion that included an 11-run fifth inning.
- AA Knoxville Smokies: Beat Birmingham 10-4. Top prospect Jefferson Rojas led the way. He went 3-for-5 with two home runs and 5 RBIs.
- High-A South Bend Cubs: Beat Quad Cities 8-1. Josiah Hartshorn powered the rain-shortened win. He achieved his ninth homer of the season and contributed 3 RBIs.
- Low-A Myrtle Beach Pelicans: Lost to Salem 5-4. Geuri Lubo was a bright spot. He finished 3-for-4 with two runs and two stolen bases.
- ACL Cubs: No Game Scheduled
Looking Ahead
The Cubs conclude their series against the Mets on Thursday at Citi Field. Matthew Boyd (2-1, 6.00 ERA) is scheduled to be activated from the injured list to make the start against New York’s Freddy Peralta (5-6, 4.83 ERA).
Swanson’s record-breaking day provides a massive boost as the team attempts to overcome a decimated pitching staff. What do you think?
