Cubs edge Royals 6-4, Pete Crow-Armstrong shines in victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
The Chicago Cubs defeated the Kansas City Royals 6-4 in Game 117 of the season on August 7. Pete Crow-Armstrong was a key player, going 1-3 with two runs scored and a significant single that plated two runs in the second inning. Kevin Gausman also contributed with a strong performance on the mound, throwing seven innings and allowing two runs. The Cubs have now won five consecutive games as they continue their winning streak. Clay Holmes is set to make his Cubs debut in the next game against the Royals, facing Seth Lugo.
- •Cubs scored four runs in the second inning.
- •Gausman pitched seven innings, allowing four hits.
- •Crow-Armstrong's play contributed significantly to the win.
- •Cubs looking to extend winning streak to six games.
- •Next game features Holmes debut against Lugo.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Pete Crow-Armstrong is the Superhero vs. the Royals
"The Cubs center fielder just keeps making things happen.
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