The Atlanta Braves came into this series having averaged seven runs a game for two weeks.
The Chicago Cubs came into this series having an average of nine runs a game allowed over a 10-game span.
So what happens? Of course, because baseball, the Cubs pitching staff limits the Braves to three total runs over 18 innings on two gorgeous afternoons at Wrigley Field.
Justin Steele threw five solid innings and the bullpen held on for a 6-3 win over the Braves Saturday.
Before Willson Contreras’ first at-bat, the brothers Contreras shared a hug.