Pre-Gamin’: Cubs vs Diamondbacks (8:40 CT)
The Chicago Cubs are riding a wave of momentum into tonight's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
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What happened
The Cubs are coming off a decisive 7-0 victory over the Diamondbacks in Game 1. The win was powered by strong performances from Carson Kelly and Michael Conforto, who drove in runs, and Kevin Gausman, who pitched a shutout. The Cubs' pitching and hitting were on point, with Gausman relying heavily on his fastball to keep the Diamondbacks at bay.
The Cubs enter tonight's game with a 1-0 series lead. The team's offensive strategy, featuring Kelly and Conforto, has been effective. The Diamondbacks, however, will be looking to even the series and turn things around.
The outcome of tonight's game could significantly impact the series' trajectory, with the Diamondbacks needing a win to avoid falling behind further.
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The reporting (7)
- Cubs' Carson Kelly: Goes yard in Monday's win CBS Sports · 23h ago
- Kevin Gausman — relying on his fastball Chicago Tribune · 23h ago
- Conforto, Kelly power Cubs to 7-0 shutout win Yahoo Sports · 23h ago
- Gausman spins scoreless gem as Cubs thump D-backs MLB.com · 23h ago
- Cubs bring 1-0 series lead over Diamondbacks into game 2 FOX Sports · 23h ago
- Cubs 7-0 Diamondbacks (Aug 24, 2026) Game Recap ESPN · 23h ago
- Pre-Gamin’: Cubs vs Diamondbacks (8:40 CT) Bleacher Nation · 23h ago
Questions people are asking
What was the final score of the first game between the Cubs and the Diamondbacks?
The Chicago Cubs defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-0 in the first game.
Who were the key players in the Cubs' victory?
Carson Kelly and Michael Conforto contributed significantly to the Cubs' offense, while Kevin Gausman pitched a shutout.
What is the current series lead?
The Chicago Cubs hold a 1-0 series lead over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
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