Cubs rally past Rockies 5-4 after bullpen struggles in Chicago
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 4:20 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The Chicago Cubs defeated the Colorado Rockies 5-4 at Wrigley Field on June 15, 2026. Colorado led 4-2 in the eighth inning due to a three-run homer from Cole Carrigg, who accounted for all Rockies runs. However, Rockies' bullpen issued eight walks, allowing the Cubs to secure the win with a walk-off walk in the ninth inning. Rockies manager Warren Schaeffer criticized the bullpen's performance, emphasizing the negative impact of the walks. Carrigg's strong early career was highlighted, with impressive stats across his first seven games.
- •Cubs score five runs after Rockies lead in eighth inning.
- •Cole Carrigg hits a three-run homer for the Rockies.
- •Rockies bullpen allows eight walks, leading to defeat.
- •Cubs secure victory with a walk-off walk in the ninth.
- •Both teams played at Wrigley Field in Chicago.
- 4:20 AMYahoo Sports — Bullpen blows Cole Carrigg’s big night as Cubs rally for 5-4 win over Rockies
"The bullpen issued 8 walks to erase Colorado’s late 4-2 lead
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