Yankees struggle offensively in 5-2 loss to Cubs at Wrigley Field
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 3:59 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Yankees fell to the Cubs 5-2 in Chicago, with Spencer Jones contributing a homer. Despite a lead early on, the Yankees' bullpen faltered in the seventh inning, allowing the Cubs to score three runs., Jasson Dominguez misplayed a key ball in right field that extended the Cubs' lead. With the MLB trade deadline approaching, the Yankees face pressing needs for lineup upgrades and bullpen support. They previously traded reliever Camilo Doval to Pittsburgh and are seeking further reinforcements as they wrap up a 10-game road trip.
- •Yankees' offense limited to just two runs against Cubs' pitching.
- •Spencer Jones homered but overall support was lacking.
- •Jasson Dominguez's misplay led to a crucial Cubs' triple.
- •Yankees traded Camilo Doval for prospects earlier in the day.
- •Gerrit Cole set to pitch in the finale of the road trip.
- 3:59 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees' needs for lineup, bullpen boost underlined in loss to Cubs
"Spencer Jones homered for the second straight game vs. a lefty starter, but the Yankees' lineup had little else going in a 5-2 loss at Chicago.
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