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Michael Busch Drives in 4 as Cubs Win, Sweep D-Backs
On Saturday, the Chicago Cubs defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 2-0 at Wrigley Field, securing a shutout victory as fans celebrated with 'W' flags.
Pre-Game ceremonies featured Gold Glove presentations for Nico Hoerner, Ian Happ, and Pete Crow-Armstrong; Blackhawks defenseman Alex Vlasic threw the ceremonial first pitch.
Left fielder Happ led the offense with a solo home run in the second inning, then slid safely into home in the eighth against the Diamondbacks.
Starting pitcher Shota Imanaga dominated on the mound while right fielder Seiya Suzuki contributed a sacrifice fly in the eighth, securing the shutout.
Following the final out, shortstop Dansby Swanson and second baseman Matt Shaw embraced on the field as mascot Clark the Cub waved the 'W' flag.
CHICAGO (AP) — Michael Busch hit a three-run triple and a sacrifice fly, and the Chicago Cubs beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-4 on Sunday for their fifth straight win.