Cubs Game Today: Padres vs. Cubs NLWC Game 2 Recap! Series Tied!
The Chicago Cubs faced off against the San Diego Padres in Game 2 of the NLWC on October 1, 2025, at Wrigley Field in Chicago, with a reported attendance of 41,083. The series is now tied 1-1.
Game Highlights
The Padres defeated the Cubs 3-0. Key plays included Merrill hitting a sacrifice fly to right field, scoring Tatis Jr., and advancing Arraez to third base. Machado also contributed with a home run to left field, bringing Tatis Jr. home as well. The game featured solid pitching performances, with several pitchers contributing crucial innings.
Pitching Stats
- Pitcher 1: 2.1 IP, 0 H, 0 ER, 1 K, 0 BB
- Pitcher 2: 1.0 IP, 2 H, 1 ER, 1 K, 0 BB
- Pitcher 3: 1.1 IP, 1 H, 0 ER, 0 K, 0 BB
Umpire Crew
The game was officiated by a crew consisting of:
- Home Plate Umpire: Cory Blaser
- First Base Umpire: D.J. Reyburn
- Second Base Umpire: Todd Tichenor
- Third Base Umpire: Mike Muchlinski
- Left Field Umpire: Ben May
- Right Field Umpire: Erich Bacchus
What's Next?
With the series tied, the next game will be crucial. Stay tuned for updates and analysis as the Padres and Cubs battle for a spot in the next round. Also making headlines, Charlie Sheen responded to a question from Rich Eisen about the movie Major League.