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Eduardo Rodriguez strikes out nine as Diamondbacks shut out Cubs 2-0

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 10:14 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Eduardo Rodriguez strikes out nine as Diamondbacks shut out Cubs 2-0

Summary

The Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Chicago Cubs 2-0 on Wednesday, thanks to a strong performance by Eduardo Rodriguez, who struck out nine over seven innings. Jordan Lawlar's sixth-inning home run provided the game's first run, and Ryan Waldschmidt added a sacrifice fly in the eighth. Rodriguez, now 14-4, limited the Cubs to two hits, while Cubs starter Matthew Boyd allowed three hits and struck out five in his six innings. The loss marks the Cubs' fifth in seven games as they currently hold the top NL wild-card spot.

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By the Numbers

•Rodriguez allowed only two hits in seven innings.
•Lawlar's home run was his third of the season.
•Cubs have lost five of their last seven games.
•Diamondbacks' bullpen completed the two-hitter.
•Next, Cubs face Cincinnati, Diamondbacks prepare for San Francisco.

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10:14 PMYahoo Sports — Eduardo Rodriguez strikes out 9 in 7 innings as Diamondbacks beat Cubs 2-0

What they're saying

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Eduardo Rodriguez struck out nine in seven innings, Jordan Lawlar homered and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Chicago Cubs 2-0 on Wednesday. Rodriguez (14-4) outpitched Cubs starter Matthew Boyd (8-3), allowing two hits to win his fourth straight start. Relievers Brandyn Garcia and Juan Morillo completed the two-hitter, with Morillo earning his second save.
— Yahoo Sportsby JOHN MARSHALL

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