Cubs' Late Rally Falls Short Against Braves at Sloan Park

The Chicago Cubs faced a challenging game against the Atlanta Braves, concluding with a final score of 4-13. The Cubs now stand at an 11-9 record for the preseason, while the Braves improved to 13-12. Despite a spirited effort, including scoring in multiple innings, the Cubs could not overcome the offensive surge by the Braves.

Key Moments and Player Highlights

The game saw significant contributions from several Cubs players. Notably, Reese McGuire hit a perfect 1.000 average for the day, including securing a hit on his only at-bat which contributed to his impressive on-base plus slugging (OPS) of 2.0. Kyle Tucker and Seiya Suzuki also made notable contributions; Suzuki hitting .500 with an OPS of 1.667 highlighted by his slugging percentage of 1.000.

On the pitching side, Daniel Palencia stood out with an ERA of 0.0 and striking out batters at an impressive rate of 27 strikeouts per nine innings pitched (K9), showcasing his ability to shut down opposing hitters effectively.

Braves' Offensive Power

The Atlanta Braves demonstrated formidable batting strength throughout the game, accumulating a total of 13 runs on 16 hits without committing any errors—a testament to their efficient play both offensively and defensively.

Looking Ahead

Fans can look forward to more action as the Chicago Cubs will host the Atlanta Braves again at Sloan Park in Mesa, Arizona. The next game is scheduled for March 25th at 4:05 PM EDT and will be broadcasted on MARQ network. This rematch offers another opportunity for fans to support their team as they continue their preseason campaign.

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