The Chicago Cubs pulled off a thrilling victory against the Arizona Diamondbacks. The game ended with a score of 13-11.  It was an intense match that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the very end.

The Cubs had a strong start. Carson Kelly hit two home runs early in the game.  Ian Happ also contributed with a grand slam.  The Cubs were leading 7-1.  It seemed like an easy win.  But the Diamondbacks had other plans.

In the eighth inning, the Diamondbacks scored 10 runs.  Eugenio Suárez hit a grand slam.  Randal Grichuk and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. also had big hits.  Suddenly, the Diamondbacks were leading 11-7.  The Cubs needed to respond quickly.  They did not want to lose the game.

In the bottom of the eighth, the Cubs came back strong.  Kyle Tucker and Seiya Suzuki hit back-to-back home runs.  This gave the Cubs a 13-11 lead.  Ryan Pressly secured the win by recording the final three outs.  The Cubs won the game and started the weekend series on a high note.

The Cubs' pitcher, Colin Rea, had a solid performance.  He pitched for 4 2/3 innings, allowing only one run and five hits.  He struck out five batters and did not walk any.  This was his second start of the season.  He was moved to the rotation after Justin Steele's injury.

The Diamondbacks' pitcher, Corbin Burnes, also had a good game.  He allowed two runs and six hits over six innings.  He struck out three batters and did not walk any.  He is a former NL Cy Young Award winner.  The Cubs' victory was a big upset for the Diamondbacks, who had won five straight games before this match.

The game featured a total of seven home runs.  This shows how powerful both teams' batting lineups are.  The Cubs' victory was a result of their resilience and ability to come back from a big deficit.  The Diamondbacks' pitching staff struggled in the late innings.  This allowed the Cubs to score big and win the game.

The next game will feature Zac Gallen for the Diamondbacks and Ben Brown for the Cubs.  Both pitchers will be looking to lead their teams to victory.  The series is far from over.  Fans can expect more exciting games in the coming days.

The Cubs' victory was a testament to their team spirit and determination.  They did not give up even when the odds were against them.  This is a quality that every team should have.  It is what makes sports so exciting and unpredictable.

The Cubs' victory also highlights the importance of having a strong bullpen.  The Cubs' relievers were able to hold off the Diamondbacks' late-inning comeback.  This allowed the Cubs to secure the win.  The Diamondbacks' pitching staff will need to improve if they want to win the next game.

The Chicago Cubs' Wildcard Win

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