Chicago Cubs News & Notes 05/05/2026

The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 23-12 record and sit atop the National League Central after a thrilling comeback victory. The win marks the team’s sixth consecutive victory. It also marks their 12th straight win at Wrigley Field. This is the longest such home streak since 2008. All your Chicago Cubs News & Notes here!

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MLB Game Recap

Chicago overcame an early three-run deficit to defeat the Cincinnati Reds 5-4. This was punctuated by a two-run ninth inning. It featured a game-tying sacrifice fly from Nico Hoerner and a dramatic pinch-hit walk-off solo home run. Starting pitcher Edward Cabrera threw 89 pitches over 6.0 innings, surrendering nine hits and three earned runs while striking out eight. Milner, Maton, and Brown anchored the bullpen effort. Ryan Rolison earned the win after pitching a perfect ninth inning. A critical defensive highlight happened early in the game. Michael Busch and Cabrera teamed up successfully to pick off Elly De La Cruz at first base.

Standout Performer

Seiya Suzuki provided the game’s biggest offensive spark. He finished 2-for-3 with a walk. He also hit a massive 455-foot three-run home run to left-center field. It was Suzuki’s sixth of the year. The blast erased a 3-0 Reds lead in the fourth inning. It currently stands as the Cubs’ longest home run of the 2026 season. His performance raised his season average to .321 and provided the necessary momentum for the late-inning heroics.

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Farm Report

• Triple-A: Columbus Clippers (17-16) vs. Iowa Cubs (15-17)
• Double-A: Birmingham Barons (13-14) vs. Knoxville Smokies (13-14)
• High-A: Lansing Lugnuts (11-16) vs. South Bend Cubs (12-12)
• Single-A: Myrtle Beach Pelicans (13-14) vs. Hickory Crawdas (16-11)
• Rookie: Jefferson Campos went 1-for-4. He hit a three-run home run in the seventh inning. This occurred during the ACL Cubs’ 8-5 loss to the ACL Guardians.