Cubs fall to Yankees 2-1 despite Nico Hoerner's missed challenge

The Chicago Cubs lost to the New York Yankees 2-1 on August 2 in a tightly contested game at Wrigley Field. Cubs pitcher Colin Rea had a strong outing, allowing two runs, including a solo home run by José Caballero. Chicago mounted potential scoring threats but fell short, with key opportunities squandered, including a crucial 3-0 count where Nico Hoerner did not challenge a pitch that would have tied the game. The Cubs managed to bring the tying run to third base in the ninth inning but were unable to capitalize, leading to their loss. This marks the Cubs’ second defeat in a three-game series against the Yankees.

• 10:05 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees 2, Cubs 1: Nico Hoerner and the ABS challenge that wasn’t made