The Chicago Cubs began their series in San Francisco Friday night with a 5-1 win over the Giants.
Chicago’s big hit came in the 5th inning on a 3-run home run by Michael Busch.
Seiya Suzuki also had an RBI double.
The Giants were held to 4 hits in the game which included a solo home run in the 9th inning by Bryce Eldridge.
Javier Assad threw 6 innings of 3 hit baseball as he is now (4-1) for the season.
The Cubs have won their last 2 games and are (36-34).
Game 2 in the series is Saturday night at Oracle Park.
June 12, 2026