Cubs 5, Dodgers 1: Dansby Swanson’s three hits help defeat Tarik Skubal

Key Points:

• The Chicago Cubs defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-1 at Wrigley Field, with Cubs pitcher Javier Assad delivering a strong outing by allowing only one run over 5.2 innings against a potent Dodgers lineup.
• Dodgers’ new acquisition Tarik Skubal was booed by the Wrigley crowd and held to six innings while trailing 2-1, as the Cubs’ offense, led by Dansby Swanson’s three hits, provided timely hitting throughout the game.
• The Cubs extended their winning streak against the Dodgers at Wrigley to five games, marking their longest such streak since the early 1970s, while the Dodgers suffered their longest losing streak of the season at five games.
• Key moments included Swanson’s homer to tie the game, Pete Crow-Armstrong’s stolen base and RBI, and Nico Hoerner’s home run off Dodgers closer Edwin Diaz, highlighting the Cubs’ balanced offensive effort.
• The series continues with the Cubs aiming for a sweep on Wednesday afternoon, featuring Shōta Imanaga starting for the Cubs and Eric Lauer for the Dodgers, with potential postseason implications depending on the outcome.