Cubs

In the intense battle between the San Diego Padres and Chicago Cubs, the game hung in the balance in the 5th inning. Padres starter Joe Musgrove had labored through 85 pitches, allowing the bases to become loaded with no outs. Manager Mike Shildt faced a crucial decision - leave in his veteran workhorse or go to the bullpen. Shildt rolled the dice, calling on rookie Stephen Kolek in hopes his sinking stuff could induce a double play ball.

The Houston Astros’ struggles continue to mount as they suffered a 7-2 defeat at the hands of the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Tuesday night. The loss drops the Astros to a dismal 7-17 record, the first time they’ve been 10 games under .500 since May 2016. For veteran second baseman Jose Altuve, the sight of Wrigley Field was a familiar one, as he was the only Astros player in the lineup who was there the last time the team visited, back in 2013.