Introduction to the Game
The Chicago Cubs secured a thrilling 7-6 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Monday, with Carson Kelly playing a pivotal role in the win. Kelly hit a tying two-run homer in the eighth inning and a game-ending single in the 10th, sending the crowd at Wrigley Field into a frenzy.
Game Highlights
Ian Happ had three hits for Chicago, including his 19th homer. Dansby Swanson drove in two runs, and Matt Shaw had a run-scoring double. The Cubs trailed 6-1 before Shaw doubled home Swanson in the fifth. Swanson hit a two-run double off Hunter Stratton in the sixth, and Kelly completed the comeback with his 14th homer on a 3-2 curveball from Pierce Johnson.
Atlanta’s Performance
Michael Harris II drove in four runs for Atlanta on a pair of two-out hits. Drake Baldwin had two hits and scored twice. Harris’ two-run single off Colin Rea made it 3-0 in the third. He also hit a two-run double in Atlanta’s three-run fifth after Taylor Rogers retired the first two batters of the frame. Harris’ single — driving in Ronald Acuña Jr. and Baldwin — landed in between Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and right fielder Kyle Tucker. Crow-Armstrong peeled off and Tucker came up empty on a diving attempt as the ball landed in right-center.
Turning Point of the Game
Seiya Suzuki began the Cubs’ 10th on second as the automatic runner. Suzuki advanced on Nico Hoerner’s one-out grounder to second before Kelly hit a liner into the corner in left off John Brebbia (1-1). Andrew Kittredge (4-3) worked a perfect 10th for the win.
Post-Game Statistics
The Cubs improved to 23-45 when their opponent scores first. After a tough start to the season, Harris is batting .335 (59 for 176) with 11 homers and 33 RBIs in 43 games since the All-Star break.
Key Moment
Kelly’s hit set off a wild celebration for the crowd of 39,673 at Wrigley Field.
Key Stat
The Cubs’ win marked a significant improvement in their performance when their opponent scores first.
Up Next
Joey Wentz (5-4, 4.92 ERA) starts for Atlanta on Tuesday night, and fellow left-hander Shota Imanaga (8-6, 3.08 ERA) pitches for Chicago.
Conclusion
The Chicago Cubs’ victory over the Atlanta Braves was a thrilling matchup that showcased the team’s resilience and determination. With Carson Kelly’s game-ending single, the Cubs secured a well-deserved win, leaving the crowd at Wrigley Field in high spirits.
FAQs
Q: Who was the MVP of the game?
A: Carson Kelly was the MVP of the game, hitting a tying two-run homer in the eighth inning and a game-ending single in the 10th.
Q: What was the final score of the game?
A: The final score of the game was 7-6 in favor of the Chicago Cubs.
Q: Who will be pitching for Atlanta and Chicago in the next game?
A: Joey Wentz will start for Atlanta, and Shota Imanaga will pitch for Chicago.
CHICAGO (AP) — Carson Kelly hit a tying two-run homer in the eighth inning and a game-ending single in the 10th, sending the Chicago Cubs to a wild 7-6 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Monday.
Ian Happ had three hits for Chicago, including his 19th homer. Dansby Swanson drove in two runs, and Matt Shaw had a run-scoring double.
Seiya Suzuki began the Cubs’ 10th on second as the automatic runner. Suzuki advanced on Nico Hoerner’s one-out grounder to second before Kelly hit a liner into the corner in left off John Brebbia (1-1).
Andrew Kittredge (4-3) worked a perfect 10th for the win.
The Cubs trailed 6-1 before Shaw doubled home Swanson in the fifth. Swanson hit a two-run double off Hunter Stratton in the sixth, and Kelly completed the comeback with his 14th homer on a 3-2 curveball from Pierce Johnson.
Michael Harris II drove in four runs for Atlanta on a pair of two-out hits. Drake Baldwin had two hits and scored twice.
Harris’ two-run single off Colin Rea made it 3-0 in the third. He also hit a two-run double in Atlanta’s three-run fifth after Taylor Rogers retired the first two batters of the frame.
Harris’ single — driving in Ronald Acuña Jr. and Baldwin — landed in between Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and right fielder Kyle Tucker. Crow-Armstrong peeled off and Tucker came up empty on a diving attempt as the ball landed in right-center.
After a tough start to the season, Harris is batting .335 (59 for 176) with 11 homers and 33 RBIs in 43 games since the All-Star break.
Key moment
Kelly’s hit set off a wild celebration for the crowd of 39,673 at Wrigley Field.
Key stat
The Cubs improved to 23-45 when their opponent scores first.
Up next
Joey Wentz (5-4, 4.92 ERA) starts for Atlanta on Tuesday night, and fellow left-hander Shota Imanaga (8-6, 3.08 ERA) pitches for Chicago.
