Phillies Defeat Cubs 6-4 Despite Missing Key Players

Trea Turner's two homers and Michael Mercado's strong debut overshadow Cubs' late rally.

The Cubs fell to the Phillies 6-4, marking their eighth consecutive series opener loss.
Trea Turner hit two home runs, leading the Phillies' offense in the absence of Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber.
Rookie Michael Mercado earned his first major league win, allowing just two hits over five innings.
Seiya Suzuki's three-run homer in the ninth inning brought the Cubs close, but they couldn't complete the comeback.
The Cubs' offensive struggles continue, leaving them eight games under .500.