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Cubs Ride Long Ball to Fourth Straight Win
Jameson Taillon delivers solid start as offense powers Chicago to victory over struggling Mets
Apr. 19, 2026 at 2:00pm
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A cubist interpretation of the Cubs' hard-fought victory over the struggling Mets, capturing the dynamic energy of the game through a fractured, geometric visual style.Winter Haven TodayThe Chicago Cubs continued their recent hot streak, defeating the New York Mets 4-2 behind a strong outing from starting pitcher Jameson Taillon and timely hitting, including a three-run homer from pinch hitter Carson Kelly. The win marks the Cubs' fourth straight victory as they look to build momentum heading into a challenging upcoming schedule against several division leaders.
Why it matters
The Cubs' recent surge has come at an opportune time, as they prepare to face a daunting stretch of games against top teams in their division and league. Maintaining this level of play will be crucial if the Cubs hope to remain in contention in the NL Central race. Meanwhile, the struggling Mets are looking to get back on track after a disappointing start to the season.
The details
Jameson Taillon, despite not looking sharp early, settled in and delivered a quality start for the Cubs, going 6 innings and allowing just 1 run on 5 hits and 3 walks. The Cubs' offense provided the necessary support, with Ian Happ hitting a solo home run and Carson Kelly delivering a crucial 3-run shot off the bench in the 6th inning to give Chicago the lead. The win improves the Cubs' record to 11-9 on the season.
- Jameson Taillon has now gone 6 innings in 3 straight starts for the Cubs.
- The Cubs' recent 4-game winning streak has them on an 89-win pace for the season.
The players
Jameson Taillon
The Cubs' starting pitcher, who delivered a solid 6-inning outing despite not feeling sharp early on.
Ian Happ
The Cubs outfielder, who hit a solo home run and drew two walks, scoring twice in the game.
Carson Kelly
The Cubs' pinch hitter, who delivered a crucial 3-run home run in the 6th inning to give Chicago the lead.
What they’re saying
“We all know that not all quality starts are created equal. Without any digging, there are some clunkers surely within that batch of games. But we also know that there are some good ones that didn't reach the minimum definition.”
— Jameson Taillon, Cubs Starting Pitcher
What’s next
The Cubs will look to complete the sweep of the Mets on Sunday, which could be an important momentum-building win before they face a challenging upcoming schedule against several division leaders.
The takeaway
The Cubs' recent offensive surge and solid pitching performances have them trending in the right direction, but the true test will come in the next month as they face a daunting slate of games against top teams in their division and league. Maintaining this level of play will be crucial if the Cubs hope to remain in contention in the NL Central race.
