Cubs extend win streak as Phillies endure skid
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Chicago. The Chicago Cubs defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 7-4 Tuesday night as Shota Imanaga delivered seven innings of three-hit pitching in his fourth consecutive strong start and Nico Hoerner and Seiya Suzuki hit homers in the seventh inning, extending the Cubs’ winning streak to seven games and boosting offensive output.
Tuesday’s loss deepened Philadelphia’s slide: the Phillies issued 10 walks and hit two batters, were outscored 49-14 during the seven-game skid, and saw José Alvarado leave with a back injury after a wild pitch in the eighth; the team has lost 11 of 13 games this season, prompting immediate focus on pitching and bullpen adjustments this week.
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Timeline
- 1. July 2023: Cubs previously recorded an eight-game winning run (context reference).
- 2. June 2019: Last comparable seven-game losing skid for the Phillies (context reference).
- 3. Early season: Phillies accumulate poor results, noted as 11 losses in 13 games by NBC10.
- 4. Tuesday night: Cubs beat Phillies 7-4; Imanaga pitched seven innings and Hoerner and Suzuki homered.
- 5. Postgame: Phillies recorded 10 walks in the game and Alvarado left with a back injury.
Why it matters
If you're a Cubs fan, this winning streak is a reason to celebrate. For Phillies fans, it's a tough time. The team's struggle could lead to changes in the lineup or coaching staff. Keep an eye on the Phillies' response this week.
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