The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 33-30 record after a thrilling victory at Wrigley Field. In the last 24 hours, the team snapped a three-game losing streak. They staged a dramatic four-run rally in the ninth inning and walked off the Athletics 7-6.
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MLB Game Recap
The Cubs avoided a series sweep with a 7-6 win. The win was highlighted by a seven-hit ninth-inning explosion. This came after managing just four hits through the first eight frames. Starter Shota Imanaga gave up six earned runs. He allowed six hits, including a career-high four home runs, across six innings of work. The bullpen proved vital to the comeback. Trent Thornton and Ryan Rolison provided three innings of scoreless relief. Rolison earned his fourth win of the season after striking out three in the final 1.2 innings.
Standout Performer
Pete Crow-Armstrong powered the Cubs’ offense, finishing 2-for-4 with a solo home run, two RBIs, and the game-winning walk-off single. He misplayed a fly ball in the lights that led to an Athletics run earlier in the game. However, he redeemed himself with a 383-foot blast in the sixth. Then, he hit the decisive bloop single in the ninth. Crow-Armstrong’s full stat line featured two hits, one run, two RBIs, and his 13th stolen base of the year.
Key News & Notes
The Cubs rotation is set for a boost. Edward Cabrera (finger) is expected to return from the injured list to start Friday’s series opener against the Giants. To facilitate roster moves, the club optioned left-hander Jordan Wicks to Triple-A Iowa. This was due to his struggling performances in two starts. They also selected the contract of veteran reliever Tyler Ferguson. Additionally, top prospect Matt Shaw has officially started a rehab assignment with Iowa. He is nearing a return from mid-back tightness. Manager Craig Counsell emphasized the importance of the ninth-inning rally. He noted that putting the ball in play allowed “luck to happen.” This provided a much-needed morale boost.
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Farm Report
- Iowa Cubs: Thursday’s scheduled game against the Toledo Mud Hens was postponed due to weather. It will be made up as part of a Saturday doubleheader.
- Knoxville Smokies: Andy Garriola went 1-for-4. He hit a first-inning grand slam and recorded four RBIs. This performance led to a 6-2 victory over the Birmingham Barons. His tenth home run of the season provided the decisive blow in the wire-to-wire win.
- South Bend Cubs: Christian Olivo went 1-for-3 with an RBI double. The Cubs fell 4-3 to the Quad Cities River Bandits. South Bend held a lead through the middle innings before surrendering runs in the late stages.
- Myrtle Beach Pelicans: Yahil Melendez went 2-for-4 with two doubles. He also had three RBIs. The Pelicans lost 9-5 to the Charleston RiverDogs. Despite 11 hits as a team, the Pelicans dropped their fourth consecutive game.
- ACL Cubs: Felix Cruz finished 1-for-3 with a run. He had two RBIs and two stolen bases in a 6-3 win over the ACL Angels. The Cubs’ offense capitalized on three Angels errors and multiple stolen bases to secure the victory.
Looking Ahead
The Cubs begin a three-game home stand against the San Francisco Giants on Friday at 2:20 PM. Right-hander Edward Cabrera (3-2, 4.00 ERA) makes his return to the mound against Giants veteran lefty Robbie Ray (3-6, 4.45 ERA).
