PHILADELPHIA -— The Cubs’ offense already was having a solid series against the Phillies, scoring 11 runs in the first two games and putting together strong at-bats. But the hitters saved their best for the last game with a seven-run third inning. It wasn’t enough, however, in a 17-8 loss.
Sergio Alcantara led off with a walk and was followed by a sacrifice bunt by Kyle Hendricks. Rafael Ortega and Frank Schwindel walked to load the bases with one out. The next batter, Ian Happ, was hit in the foot with a slider in the dirt, giving the Cubs a 1-0 lead.