Overview

• Shota Imanaga struck out a career-high 11 batters and allowed just two runs over six innings, securing his fifth consecutive win.
• Dansby Swanson hit a three-run home run and drove in a total of four runs, contributing significantly to the Cubs' victory.
• The Chicago Cubs tallied 18 hits, their second-highest total this season, with Seiya Suzuki, Miguel Amaya, and Isaac Paredes each recording three hits.
• Brent Rooker hit his 38th home run for the Athletics, who have now lost three straight games.
• The Cubs remain five games behind the New York Mets for the final National League wild card spot with 12 games left in the season.