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Cubs claim first win of the season, beat Rangers 9-5: ‘Needed it’

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ARLINGTON, TEXAS - MARCH 31: Seiya Suzuki #27 of the Chicago Cubs reacts to an RBI single against the Texas Rangers during the ninth inning at Globe Life Field on March 31, 2024 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) ORG XMIT: 776098044

ARLINGTON, Texas – Cubs closer Adbert Alzolay turned to watch the line drive fly into right fielder Seiya Suzuki’s glove. He squeezed the ball, and it was official. The Cubs had won their first game of the season.

Alzolay gave his first fist pump celebration.

“Needed it,” he said.