N.Y. Mets 4, at Chi. Cubs 12

CHICAGO (Interstat) — The Chicago Cubs’ offense erupted early and often, and the New York Mets’ defensive miscues proved costly as the Cubs cruised to a 12-4 victory in the opener of a three-game series at a chilly Wrigley Field on Friday evening. A crowd of 34,282 watched the Cubs improve to 10-9, while the Mets fell to a dismal 7-13, having lost eight of their last nine contests. The tone was set decisively in the very first inning. After Mets starter Kodai Senga navigated a walk and a single to put two on with two outs, he appeared poised… Read more...