Taillon Leads Cubs past Padres as Swanson Powers Offense

The Chicago Cubs defeated the San Diego Padres 2-1 behind Jameson Taillon's strong start and Dansby Swanson's homer and two hits.
Taillon allowed one run over 5 2/3 innings to earn his first win as a Cub in the opener of a four-game series.
Swanson homered and drove in both Chicago runs to back Taillon.
Padres starter Michael Wacha struggled with control and took the loss, issuing five walks in 4 2/3 innings.
Reliever Mark Leiter Jr. struck out the side in the ninth inning to earn his third save for the Cubs.