Cubs Make Historic Comeback with Six Bases-Loaded Walks in Single Inning

In a rare display of patience and strategy, the Chicago Cubs drew six bases-loaded walks against the Pittsburgh Pirates, marking a record not seen in 65 years.

• The Cubs' strategic at-bats in the fifth inning led to a historic six bases-loaded walks, the most in a single inning since 1959.
• Despite trailing 6-1 at the start of the inning, the unusual strategy brought the Cubs ahead 8-6.
• The inning included a two-hour, 20-minute rain delay, adding to the unpredictability of the game.
• Pittsburgh Pirates used four pitchers in the fifth inning alone, struggling to find the strike zone with 55 pitches thrown, only 20 for strikes.
• Ultimately, the Pirates reclaimed the lead, winning the game 10-9 in a nail-biting finish.

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