The Cubs fell into an early hole against the Tigers on Tuesday night thanks to another rough starting pitching performance by Drew Smyly. Chicago’s lineup battled back and made it a game, but Detroit was able to hold off the rally and take the victory.
Smyly struggled right out of the gate in the opening frame, allowing a solo home run to Andy Ibáñez and an RBI single to Kerry Carpenter. The Tigers made it a 3-0 game with a Zach McKinstry sacrifice fly in the 2nd.
Detroit starter Reese Olson was sharp early before melting down in the top of the 4th, when Dansby Swanson and Jeimer Candelario each hit two-run home runs to put the Cubs ahead 4-3.