Fresh off getting swept by the Dodgers, the Cubs looked to rebound against the lowly Padres. San Diego gave the Cubs every chance they could to get right, but the Northsiders once again gave away a winnable game and added to the frustration of 2017.
Padres starter Jarred Cosart had control problems immediately on Monday, walking two and hitting another to load the bases for Jason Heyward. The redeemed right fielder ripped a 2-0 fastball for a two-run single and a 2-0 Cubs lead.
Cosart continued to put Chicago runners on, but the Cubs couldn’t add to their lead.