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Cubs score record 23 runs to complete sweep of Padres at Wrigley Field

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Last updated Jul 1, 2026

Cubs score record 23 runs to complete sweep of Padres at Wrigley Field
Summary

The Chicago Cubs defeated the San Diego Padres 23-3 on July 1, 2026, completing a three-game sweep at Wrigley Field. The Cubs set a franchise record by tying for the most home runs (eight) in a single game, with notable performances from Seiya Suzuki and Dansby Swanson, who both hit multiple homers. The loss marked the worst in Padres' history, surpassing their previous record of 20 runs allowed. San Diego has now lost five consecutive games, sitting 12.5 games out of first place in the NL West and 2.5 games behind in the Wild Card race. Sung-Mun Song provided a bright spot for the Padres by hitting his first major league home run.

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  • •Cubs hit eight home runs, tying franchise record.
  • •Dansby Swanson recorded three home runs and eight RBIs.
  • •Cubs scored 23 runs, a franchise record for the Padres.
  • •San Diego has lost five straight games and sits at 43-42.
  • •Sung-Mun Song hit his first MLB home run.
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  • 10:33 PMYahoo Sports — History takes center stage as Cubs trounce Padres to complete sweep
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The San Diego Padres allowed a franchise record 23 runs in Wednesday's loss to the Chicago Cubs, extending their losing streak to five games and falling 12.5 games out of first place in the NL West.

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