The Chicago Cubs erupted for a 17‑3 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday, smashing a franchise‑record nine home runs in the process.
A night of power hitting
Seiya Suzuki led the onslaught, delivering three hits that included his 24th homer of the season and his 1,600th professional hit, a milestone that spans his career in Japan and the United States.
The outburst marked the highest single‑game home run total in Cubs history, underscoring the team’s newfound firepower.
Meanwhile, Chicago White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami made his debut but could not find a hit, though he worked three walks and drove in a run before the Astros pulled away.
In New York, Mets reliever Kodai Senga closed out a 3‑2 win over the Tampa Bay Rays with his fifth career save, tossing a scoreless ninth inning that sealed the victory.
The flurry of performances highlighted a day of contrasting stories across the league, from the Cubs’ power surge to the Mets’ late‑game composure.