The Cubs won 6-5 on a warm February afternoon at Sloan Park, thanks to Carson Kelly’s solo homer and two RBIs. The win was highlighted by a timely hit that broke a 1-0 lead in the fifth inning.
Shōta Imanaga made his first start of the season, giving up three hits, one infield grounder and a bloop to left, and striking out once. His velocity was noticeably higher than late last year, suggesting a return to form after a hamstring injury.