The Chicago Cubs faced a disheartening 10-6 loss against the Arizona Diamondbacks, squandering a promising four-run lead due to a bullpen collapse in the eighth inning. After Kyle Tucker's three-run homer, the Cubs' relief pitchers struggled, allowing eight runs, primarily from Eli Morgan's shaky performance. Following this meltdown, the Cubs are heading to Sacramento to face the Athletics before their home opener. Manager Craig Counsell expressed confidence in the bullpen despite the rocky outing, noting they must improve and trust veteran Ryan Pressly to find his rhythm.

In better news, Seiya Suzuki broke out of his early season slump with a two-run homer, which was a much-needed boost for the offense. Suzuki emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong approach at the plate. Rookie third baseman Matt Shaw made waves with his pinch-hit home run, showcasing his potential as a future contributor. The Cubs will look to build on these positive moments as they navigate early-season challenges.