Cubs handle Braves with 7-3 victory at Wrigley Field
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Last updated Sep 15, 2026

The Chicago Cubs defeated the Atlanta Braves 7-3 at Wrigley Field on September 14, 2026. The Cubs took control early, scoring five runs in the first three innings, one of which came from a two-run homer by Pete Crow-Armstrong in the sixth. The Braves managed to score late but were unable to mount a comeback, despite bringing the tying run to the plate in the ninth inning. This loss extends the Braves' division lead to 4.5 games over the idle Phillies, as they continue to face challenges with their pitching staff leading to significant changes in their lineup for the next game.
- •Cubs scored five runs in the first three innings.
- •Pete Crow-Armstrong hit a two-run homer in the sixth.
- •Braves brought tying run to plate in the ninth inning.
- •Braves' division lead shrinks to 4.5 games over Phillies.
- •Martin Perez is scheduled to start for the Braves next game.
- 2:46 AMYahoo Sports — Braves can’t hang with Cubs in 7-3 loss
"We used to have bullpen punt from ahead and now we have starting pitching punt days
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