Cubs rally in 11th inning to edge Blue Jays 3-2 at Wrigley Field

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Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Cubs rally in 11th inning to edge Blue Jays 3-2 at Wrigley Field
Summary

The Cubs staged a dramatic comeback to defeat the Blue Jays 3-2 in 11 innings on August 6, 2026. After trailing 2-0, Alex Bregman hit a game-tying home run in the bottom of the ninth, marking a significant moment for both him and the team. The game went to extra innings, where Pete Crow-Armstrong's aggressive baserunning led to the winning run after he stole third base and capitalized on a throwing error. David Peterson struggled early but allowed only one run through five innings. The Cubs hope to carry this momentum into their next series.

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  • Cubs win 3-2 against Blue Jays in 11 innings.
  • Bregman ties the game with a ninth-inning homer.
  • Crow-Armstrong scores the winning run after stealing third.
  • David Peterson allowed one run over five innings.
  • Cubs continue pursuit of playoff spot with this win.
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  • 10:55 PMYahoo SportsCubs 3, Blue Jays 2: Alex Bregman ties it up, and Pete Crow-Armstrong literally runs it off
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