Cubs and Mariners tie game during charity-themed Players Weekend

The Chicago Cubs and Seattle Mariners played to a dramatic finish during the Players Weekend event on August 21, 2026. The Cubs initially took a 3-0 lead, but the Mariners fought back to tie it at 5-5 after a late surge. Key moments included Cal Raleigh’s home run and Alex Bregman’s effort to tie the game with a homer in the eighth inning. The match featured unusual contributions from both teams, marking a uniquely charitable approach to the event's theme.

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