Cubs fall to Royals 6-3 despite Happ's home run
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Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The Chicago Cubs were defeated by the Kansas City Royals 6-3 on August 9, 2026. Starting pitcher Clay Holmes struggled, allowing four runs in four innings, including two home runs by Jac Caglianone. The Cubs tried to rally with a two-run double from Carson Kelly and a home run by Ian Happ, but Caglianone's follow-up homer in the seventh sealed the Cubs' fate. The loss ended the Cubs’ five-game winning streak and dropped them further behind the Brewers in the NL Central. The Cubs will aim for a series win against the Royals in the finale on Sunday.
- •Clay Holmes allowed four runs in his start for the Cubs.
- •Jac Caglianone hit two home runs for the Royals.
- •Ian Happ's homer briefly narrowed the deficit to one run.
- •Cubs lead the wild card race by six games.
- •Cubs and Royals play the series finale on August 10.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Royals 6, Cubs 3: Clay Holmes struggles in Cubs debut
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