The Chicago Cubs scored 7 runs in the first inning on their way to a 16-2 win over the Toronto Blue Jays.
Chicago had 18 hits in the game.
Carson Kelly had a grand slam home run in the first inning. He had 6 RBI for the game.
Justin Dean also had a 3-run triple for the Cubs.
Ben Brown picked up his 4th win for the season throwing 6 innings.
George Springer had 2 home runs for the Blue Jays.
Game 2 in the series is Saturday afternoon at Wrigley Field.
June 19, 2026
