Cubs lose to Cardinals 8-4 despite Conforto's home run
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Last updated Aug 16, 2026
The Chicago Cubs faced an 8-4 defeat against the St. Louis Cardinals on August 15. Michael Conforto highlighted the game with a three-run homer, briefly tying the game in the second inning. Despite this, the Cubs struggled offensively, scoring only seven runs over three games. The defeat continues a downturn for the Cubs, who have allowed 27 runs in their last five games. The series will conclude with a decisive game on August 16, with both teams tied at six wins apiece for the season.
- •Cubs score four runs while allowing eight against the Cardinals.
- •Michael Conforto records a three-run homer in the second inning.
- •Pedro Ramirez adds two hits and a run for the Cubs.
- •The Cubs have struggled, allowing 27 runs in the last five games.
- •The final game of the series is set for August 16.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Michael Conforto is the Superhero vs. the Cardinals
"The Cubs were outslugged in an 8-4 loss to the Cardinals.
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