Cubs 16, Blue Jays 2: Carson Kelly’s grand slam and 11 walks lead to a blowout
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Key Points:
- The Chicago Cubs dominated the Toronto Blue Jays with a 16-2 victory, matching their season high in hits (18) and setting new season highs in walks (11) and runs scored.
- Carson Kelly notably hit a grand slam, marking only the second grand slam by a Cub named Kelly in franchise history and the team's third grand slam of the season.
- Cubs pitcher Ben Brown delivered a strong performance with a quality start, allowing just two runs and striking out four without issuing any walks.
- The Cubs' offense was highly efficient, especially with runners in scoring position, and featured multiple players contributing, including Pete Crow-Armstrong, Dansby Swanson, and newcomer Justin Dean, who recorded his first MLB hit with a bases-clearing triple.
- The series continues with a Saturday afternoon game at Wrigley Field, where Colin Rea will start for the Cubs against Toronto's Patrick Corbin, with coverage on Marquee Sports Network.
