The losing streak continues for the Chicago Cubs as Houston was a winner Friday 4-2 at Wrigley Field.
The Cubs have now lost 6 straight games and 10 out of their last 12.
Christian Vasquez had a solo home run and Spencer Arrighetti threw 5 scoreless inning for the Astros.
The only highlight for Chicago was a 2-run home run by Pete Crow-Armstrong.
Jameson Taillon took the loss for the Cubs.
Game 2 in the series is Saturday afternoon.
May 22, 2026