Key facts
- Michael Busch hit a three-run homer for the Cubs.
- Javier Assad pitched six innings and earned the win.
- The Chicago Cubs defeated the San Francisco Giants 5-1.
- Landen Roupp took the loss for the Giants.
- Jung Hoo Lee's 18-game hitting streak ended.
Michael Busch hit a three-run homer into McCovey Cove in the fifth inning, powering Javier Assad's strong start as the Chicago Cubs defeated the San Francisco Giants 5-1 on Friday night. Assad (4-1) struck out five and allowed three hits over six innings, securing his third consecutive win. Seiya Suzuki broke a scoreless tie with an RBI double in the fourth, followed by Nico Hoerner's sacrifice fly. Landen Roupp (5-7) took the loss for the Giants, giving up four runs on four hits in 4 2/3 innings. The Giants' Jung Hoo Lee had his career-best 18-game hitting streak snapped.