Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 7, Phillies 2 - April 22, 2026
Bleacher Nation • • sports
Key Points:
- The Chicago Cubs extended their winning streak to eight games, showcasing strong performances from both their pitching staff and offense.
- Matthew Boyd returned from the Injured List with a limited 84-pitch outing, allowing two runs but managing five strikeouts and keeping the Cubs competitive.
- Reliever Ben Brown impressed again with 2.1 scoreless innings and five strikeouts, maintaining a 2.37 ERA over 19 innings and enhancing the Cubs bullpen depth.
- The Cubs' offense continued to surge, scoring seven runs for the second consecutive game, highlighted by multi-hit efforts from four players and home runs from Seiya Suzuki and Michael Busch.
- Pete Crow-Armstrong earned Player of the Game honors with multiple hits and two RBIs, signaling a potential breakout as the Cubs' offense gains momentum.
