Cubs score six in first, Conforto ties pinch-hit record in win over Tigers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
The Chicago Cubs defeated the Detroit Tigers 11-2 on July 22 at Wrigley Field. Following a six-run first inning in which the Cubs jumped to an early lead, Michael Conforto hit a pinch-hit home run, tying the franchise record for most in a season at four. The Cubs capitalized on Tigers pitcher Framber Valdez's struggles, marking his worst career start. Cubs starter David Peterson earned praise for his performance, allowing only three hits over six innings. This win evened up the series at one game apiece after an earlier loss to the Tigers.
- •Cubs score six runs in the first inning against the Tigers.
- •Michael Conforto ties team record for pinch-hit home runs in a season.
- •Cubs starter David Peterson allows three hits over six innings.
- •Framber Valdez has worst start of his career, failing to finish the first inning.
- •Cubs even series against Tigers following earlier loss.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Cubs 11, Tigers 2: A six-run first, and Michael Conforto ties a team record
"The first seven Cubs reached base and they went on to an easy win.
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