Cubs hold off Rockies for 8-6 home win in series finale
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Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The Chicago Cubs claimed an 8-6 victory over the Colorado Rockies on June 17 at Wrigley Field. A seven-run second inning, highlighted by Dansby Swanson's home run and Matt Shaw's triple, gave the Cubs an early lead. Although the Rockies mounted a late comeback, scoring four runs in the eighth, they fell short. Javier Assad earned the win for the Cubs, improving to 5-1 this season, while Sean Sullivan took his first loss of the year. Both teams have an upcoming series, with the Rockies set to face the Pittsburgh Pirates in their next matchup.
- •Cubs scored seven runs in the second inning.
- •Javier Assad pitches 5.2 innings for the win.
- •Rockies score four runs in the eighth but fall short.
- •Cubs' next game is the series opener against the Pirates.
- •Rockies have lost the series against the Cubs.
- 3:53 AMYahoo Sports — Series Win Eludes Rockies as Cubs Victorious
"Seven-run second inning off Colorado Rockies starter Sean Sullivan was enough for Chicago Cubs to win 8-6 despite late rally.
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