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Rookie Horton Fans Career-High Eight as Cubs Top Blue Jays 4-1

Horton’s breakout start extended his winning streak, leaving the team wary after Miguel Amaya exited with an ankle injury.

Chicago Cubs pitcher Cade Horton (22) works against the Blue Jays during the first inning of a Major League Baseball game in Toronto on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette
Aug 12, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) hits a single against the Chicago Cubs during the fourth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Cade Horton struck out a career-high eight batters over 5 2/3 innings to secure his fourth straight win and continue his dominant run since July 9.
  • Michael Busch’s leadoff third-inning homer (his 23rd) and Matt Shaw’s fifth-inning solo shot (his 10th) provided all four runs in Toronto.
  • Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s sixth-inning RBI double ended Horton’s 28 1/3-inning scoreless streak and accounted for the Blue Jays’ lone run.
  • Daniel Palencia fired a perfect ninth inning for his 16th save in 18 chances, showcasing the Cubs’ bullpen depth.
  • Catcher Miguel Amaya was carted off with a left-ankle injury in the eighth inning, putting Chicago’s catching depth in question for upcoming games.