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Cubs secure win over Yankees with strong performances from Crow-Armstrong and Hoerner

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Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Cubs secure win over Yankees with strong performances from Crow-Armstrong and Hoerner
Summary

The Chicago Cubs defeated the New York Yankees 5-2 on July 31 at Yankee Stadium. Pete Crow-Armstrong led the Cubs with two hits, including a triple, along with two runs scored. Nico Hoerner also contributed with a home run to help tie the game at a critical moment. Michael Busch faced criticism for an error that allowed a Yankees run to score. The Cubs' series against the Yankees continues with Gerrit Cole set to pitch for New York against Colin Rea of Chicago.

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  • •Cubs win 5-2 against Yankees on July 31
  • •Pete Crow-Armstrong tallies two hits and two runs
  • •Nico Hoerner hits a pivotal home run
  • •Michael Busch's error allowed a Yankees run
  • •Next game features Gerrit Cole for Yankees against Colin Rea for Cubs
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  • 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Pete Crow-Armstrong is the Superhero vs. the Yankees
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The Cubs got timely hitting from PCA and Nico and defeated the Yankees.

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