The Cubs took advantage of another strong start and a little thunder from the offense em route to another win that ended up being closer than they’d have liked. All of their runs came via the longball, and they needed everything they got after handing it off to the bullpen.
Ian Happ took over at the leadoff spot when Kris Bryant was a late scratch due to gastrointestinal issues, and he made the most of his start with a 3rd inning home run. Javier Báez had a solo shot of his own in the 3rd inning to put the Cubs up 2-0.