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Cubs blow five-run lead in walk-off loss to Astros, extend skid to five games

Chicago Sun-Times | May 18, 2023

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Houston Astros’ Alex Bregman (2) scores the game-winning run as Chicago Cubs catcher Yan Gomes reaches for the ball during the ninth inning of a baseball game Wednesday, May 17, 2023, in Houston. The Astros won 7-6.

HOUSTON – The final play at the plate was close, so close that the Cubs challenged the safe call at home as the Astros set off their fireworks.

But after a replay review, Alex Bregman was confirmed to be safe at home plate. The Cubs lost 7-6 in a walk-off, swept in three games against the Astros.

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