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Diamondbacks express anger over Cubs' sign relaying during game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 6:15 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Diamondbacks express anger over Cubs' sign relaying during game
Summary

The Arizona Diamondbacks lost 7-0 to the Chicago Cubs on August 25, 2026, leading to postgame controversy. Pitcher Merrill Kelly criticized Cubs third base coach Quintin Berry for allegedly relaying signs to batters, sparking a confrontation. In the aftermath, Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo apologized after confirming no rules were broken by the Cubs. The Diamondbacks secured a 5-4 victory in the following game on August 26, 2026.

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  • •Diamondbacks lost to Cubs 7-0 on August 25, 2026.
  • •Merrill Kelly accused Cubs' Quintin Berry of unfair sign relaying.
  • •Postgame altercation ensued between the teams' dugouts.
  • •Torey Lovullo apologized after the league confirmed no wrongdoing by the Cubs.
  • •Diamondbacks won their next game against the Cubs 5-4 on August 26, 2026.
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  • 6:15 PMYahoo Sports — The Diamondbacks were furious with the Cubs coaches about relaying signs
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Pitcher Merrill Kelly was not happy with the Cubs.

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