The Chicago Cubs’ had their backs against the wall again. Down three games to two in the World Series, they had already forced game six after a 3-2 win in game five. Now they were fighting to force a decisive, winner-take-all game seven. In an offensive explosion, the Cubs defeated the Cleveland Indians 9-2, and stretched the Major League Baseball season to one final game.
The Cubs got on the board early, scoring three runs in the first inning via third baseman Kris Bryant hitting a solo home run and shortstop Addison Russell hitting a two-run double. After a grand slam by Russell in the third inning, the Cubs blew the lead open to 7-0.