Cubs rally late against Yankees, tie series with 5-2 win

The Chicago Cubs defeated the New York Yankees 5-2 at Wrigley Field on August 1, 2026. Max Fried pitched five solid innings for the Yankees, who led 2-1 until a bullpen collapse in the later innings allowed the Cubs to score four runs. Spencer Jones contributed a home run, but it was not enough to hold off the Cubs, who capitalized on defensive errors and shaky pitching to clinch the victory. The win evens the series ahead of the final game.

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