Busch helps the Cubs top the Diamondbacks 6-5 in series opener
Michael Busch had two hits and two RBIs to help the Chicago Cubs defeat the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-5 in the series opener. Colin Rea earned the win by allowing five runs over 5 1/3 innings, while Jacob Webb recorded his first save of the season. Ildemaro Vargas extended his hitting streak to 27 games with a 4-for-4 performance, but Arizona fell to 3-7 in their last 10 games.
- ▪Michael Busch had two hits and two RBIs to lead the Cubs' offense.
- ▪Colin Rea pitched 5 1/3 innings, allowing five runs on eight hits.
- ▪Ildemaro Vargas went 4 for 4, extending his career-best hitting streak to 27 games.
- ▪Jacob Webb recorded his first save of the season with scoreless eighth and ninth innings.
- ▪Zac Gallen allowed six runs in 3 2/3 innings for the Diamondbacks.
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