Eduardo Rodriguez excels as D-Backs secure narrow win over Cubs

Eduardo Rodriguez delivered a stellar performance for the Arizona Diamondbacks in a 1-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs on August 26, 2026. Pitching seven scoreless innings, Rodriguez struck out nine batters and allowed only five baserunners. The D-Backs' lone run came from Jordan Lawlar's home run, and Ryan Waldschmidt added an insurance run in the eighth inning. Chicago's Matthew Boyd also put forth a solid outing with no earned runs in six innings, but it wasn't enough to overcome Rodriguez's dominance. This series win is crucial for the D-Backs as they chase a postseason spot.

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