Giants 4, Cubs 2: Seiya Suzuki singles into a triple play

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In a strange spring training game, the Chicago Cubs lost 4-2 to the San Francisco Giants. The highlight was a bizarre triple play in the first inning where Seiya Suzuki singled but Cubs baserunners got caught in a rundown, leading to the unusual play.

Why it matters

This game featured several unusual plays and challenges that provided valuable learning experiences for the Cubs players as they prepare for the upcoming regular season. While the outcome was a loss, the team was able to test out different game situations in a low-stakes spring training setting.

The details

In the first inning, with Cubs runners on first and second and no outs, Seiya Suzuki blooped a single to right field. However, the baserunners got caught in a rundown, leading to a triple play. Later in the game, the Cubs had several chances to score but went just 1-for-11 with runners in scoring position and left 12 runners on base. Cubs pitcher Colin Rea had a solid outing, going 3 innings and allowing 1 run.

• In the top of the first inning, a loud beeping sound came over the PA system at Scottsdale Stadium, causing some fans to briefly leave the stadium.
• In the bottom of the second inning, the Giants scored 1 run on a pair of singles and a walk off Cubs pitcher Colin Rea.
• In the bottom of the fifth inning, the Giants loaded the bases and scored 2 runs on infield outs to make it 3-0.
• In the top of the seventh inning, the Cubs scored 2 runs on a wild pitch and a fielding error to make it 3-2.

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What’s next

The Cubs will head to Surprise, Arizona on Monday to face the Kansas City Royals in another spring training game. Ben Brown is scheduled to start for the Cubs, while Seth Lugo will pitch for the Royals.