The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 33-31 record after a devastating series-opening loss at Wrigley Field. The team suffered a historic 18-3 blowout loss to the San Francisco Giants. There were also critical updates regarding the health of the starting rotation.

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MLB Game Recap

The Giants dismantled the Cubs 18-3 on Friday, launching seven home runs in a 19-hit barrage. Returning starter Edward Cabrera was tagged for eight runs in 3.2 innings, including a grand slam by Matt Chapman that broke the game open in the fourth. Robbie Ray stifled Chicago’s offense. The team managed only a solo shot from Seiya Suzuki. Carson Kelly and Miguel Amaya delivered late RBI hits. Unfortunately, the team suffered its 19th loss in the last 25 games.

Standout Performer

Seiya Suzuki provided the lone bright spot for the Chicago Cubs’ offense. Stat Line: 1-for-1, 1 HR, 2 R, 1 RBI, 3 BB. Suzuki reached base in all four of his plate appearances. He showed elite discipline with three walks. He launched a 387-foot solo home run in the eighth inning.

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Farm Report

Triple-A Iowa Cubs: James Triantos 2-for-4, 1 2B, 2 RBI Loss, 8-4 vs. Toledo Triantos recorded half of the team’s extra-base hits. The Cubs struggled to overcome a poor outing from Jordan Wicks.

Double-A Knoxville Smokies: Owen Ayers 3-for-4, 1 HR, 1 2B, 5 RBI Win, 8-7 vs. Birmingham (11 innings) Ayers carried the offense with five RBIs. He included a three-run homer to secure a thrilling extra-inning victory.

High-A South Bend Cubs: Mason McGwire 5.0 IP, 3 H, 2 ER, 4 K Win, 4-3 vs. Quad Cities. McGwire earned the win in the second game of a doubleheader. He stabilized the pitching staff after a heavy 13-8 loss in the opener.

Single-A Myrtle Beach Pelicans: Eli Lovich 2-for-4, 1 HR, 2 RBI Loss, 9-8 vs. Charleston Lovich extended his torrid streak with his eighth homer. Unfortunately, the Pelicans suffered a walk-off loss. They surrendered four runs in the ninth.

ACL Cubs: Francis Cruz 1-for-4, 1 HR, 2 RBI Loss, 15-4 vs. ACL Rockies Cruz shined with a two-run blast. The game slipped away from the pitching staff early.