The Chicago Cubs opened up their 3-game series with the New York Mets Friday with a 12-4 win at Wrigley Field.
The Cubs had 14 hits and 3 home runs in the game. Going deep were Moises Ballesteros, Nico Hoerner, and Ian Happ.
Edward Cabrera threw the first 6 innings for Chicago to go (2-0) for the season.
The Cubs have won 3 straight games and 4 out of 5.
The Mets are currently in a 9-game losing streak.
Game 2 in the series is Saturday afternoon.
April 17, 2026
