Much of the pregame on the broadcast centered around the last time the Cleveland Indians played host to the Chicago Cubs. And there were certainly consistent elements – namely, the weather. As rain – yes, rain – fell all night, the Cubs left no doubt or uncertainty, wrapping this game up in the early innings.
Chicago (11-9) backed starter Tyler Chatwood to an early lead, scoring twice in the top of the second. First, Kyle Schwarber sent a rocket into the right field seats. Then, struggling outfielder Ian Happ got his night started with a run-scoring single to make it 2-0.