The Chicago Cubs (29-16) have been playing really well of late, out-slugging teams en route to a 9-3 record in May heading into action on Thursday. But if the team has one fatal flaw, it’s their inability to hold a lead. The Cubs blew two leads against the San Diego Padres (21-23) on Thursday, losing 6-5 in the bottom of the 11th inning, via MLB The Show 20.
This game was well-pitched early, going into the 6th inning with no score. Javier Báez got the Cubs on the board, hitting a home run against Padres starter Cal Quantrill following a leadoff walk to Anthony Rizzo and putting Chicago ahead, 2-0.