Final Score
Chicago Cubs 7 — Atlanta Braves 6 (10 innings)
A classic Wrigley Field comeback, sealed by Carson Kelly’s two heroic swings.
What Went Down
- Braves storm ahead early: Michael Harris II powered the Falcons forward, delivering timely RBIs to fuel a commanding 6–1 lead by mid-game.
- Cubs chip away: Matt Shaw ripped a momentum-shifting double, and Dansby Swanson added a two-run double as Chicago clawed back into contention.
- Kelly’s heroics:
- 8th inning: Hits a two-run homer to tie the game at 6–6.
- 10th inning: Delivers the walk-off single, sending Wrigley into delirium.
- Bullpen woes doom Braves: Relief struggles from Stratton and Brebbia allowed the Cubs to slip through in extras—highlighting recurring late-game fragility.
Clutch Crunch Take
The Cubs refused to fold, and Kelly answered with power and precision. Hawks over heat? No—they pulled through when it counted most.