Cubs claim top National League wild-card position after defeating Marlins

The Chicago Cubs secured the top National League wild-card position Friday by defeating the Miami Marlins 6-1. Starting pitcher Shota Imanaga provided six-plus innings of one-run baseball, allowing only three hits with zero walks. The Cubs offense supported this performance with a three-run sixth inning and a ninth-inning home run from Michael Busch. Nico Hoerner recorded three hits in four at-bats, while Alex Bregman extended his hitting streak to eight games. Pete Crow-Armstrong contributed by scoring two runs and stealing a base. Chicago now holds the top wild-card spot, which would grant the team home-field advantage for the opening round of the postseason if they maintain their standing.

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