Cubs overpower Blue Jays 16-2 with grand slam from Carson Kelly
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 10:35 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
The Chicago Cubs secured a decisive 16-2 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays at Wrigley Field on June 19. Carson Kelly's grand slam in the first inning highlighted a strong offensive performance, marked by a season-high 11 walks. Starting pitcher Ben Brown allowed two runs while striking out four, contributing to the blowout. The Cubs amassed a total of 18 hits and showed significant control throughout the game, with a series of productive innings that overwhelmed the Blue Jays' pitching. Chicago aims to maintain this momentum in upcoming fixtures.
- •Cubs record season-high 18 hits and 11 walks.
- •Carson Kelly hits a grand slam for Chicago in the first inning.
- •Ben Brown strikes out four and allows two runs in his start.
- •Cubs scored 16 runs, marking a dominant performance at home.
- •The game was played at Wrigley Field on June 19.
- 10:35 PMYahoo Sports — Cubs 16, Blue Jays 2: Carson Kelly’s grand slam and 11 walks lead to a blowout
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