That one was better. A LOT better.
The Cubs got timely hitting and, at last, solid bullpen work and defeated the Mets 7-2 in the opener of a three-game series at Wrigley Field.
After a scoreless first inning, the Cubs got right to work in the bottom of the second, beginning with this home run from Seiya Suzuki [VIDEO].
Christopher Morel followed with a walk. He advanced to second on a ground out and third on a wild pitch and scored on this single by Yan Gomes [VIDEO].