Cubs Rout Nationals 10‑2 Behind Horton’s Arm, Happ’s Bat

CHICAGO (Interstat) — Cade Horton delivered a strong start and Ian Happ launched a three-run homer as the Chicago Cubs pounded the Washington Nationals 10-2 on Saturday evening at Wrigley Field before a crowd of 34,834.

Horton earned the win, allowing two runs on four hits over 6 1/3 innings. The Cubs broke open a close game with a four-run sixth inning, capped by Happ’s homer. Miguel Amaya added a solo shot for Chicago.

Washington’s Miles Mikolas took the loss. James Wood homered for the Nationals, who managed only four hits. Both teams are now 1-1. The four-game series concludes Sunday.