Pete Crow-Armstrong shines as Cubs face Blue Jays in June matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
The Chicago Cubs suffered an 8-6 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays on June 20, despite an early lead. Colin Rea pitched 5.1 scoreless innings, but the bullpen faltered later in the game. Pete Crow-Armstrong highlighted the matchup with a two-run homer and finished with two hits. This defeat adds to the Cubs' disappointing season, where they remain in a tight race for a Wild Card spot. The teams will meet again for the third and final game of the series.
- •Cubs led early but fell to Blue Jays 8-6 in the game on June 20.
- •Colin Rea pitched 5.1 innings with no runs allowed.
- •Pete Crow-Armstrong hit a two-run homer and recorded two hits.
- •Cubs are tied for the last NL Wild Card spot.
- •Series concludes with a third game set to take place soon.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Cubs Heroes and Goats: Pete Crow-Armstrong is the Superhero vs. the Blue Jays
"The Cubs waste Colin Rea’s strong outing and early offense in an 8-6 loss.
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