Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (3/19/21): Cubs 6, A’s 1 – Early Lead Holds Up
The Cubs brought their opening-day lineup with them to the once-friendly confines of Hohokam Stadium Friday. Chicago’s offense had another big game in a win over the A’s. (Box score)
Why the Cubs Won
The Cubs scored six early runs to establish a lead they never surrendered.
Key Moment
Ian Happ ripped a three-run double off of J.B. Wendelken in the 4th inning to give Chicago a 5-1 lead.
Stats That Matter
- Zach Davies had a lot of traffic on the bases, but pitched around it: 4 IP, 1 R, 4 H, 2 K, and 3 BB.
- Anthony Rizzo had two singles, a double, and two runs knocked in.
- Willson Contreras hit a laser-beam home run in the 2nd inning.
Bottom Line
The offense looks ready and so does Davies. Less than two weeks until the games that count.
On Deck
The Cubs welcome the Rockies to Sloan Park at 3:05pm CT Saturday with Marquee Sports Network on the broadcast.
