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Chicago Cubs Atlanta Braves Game Ends in 9-3 Cubs Victory - Recap

Chicago got 6 innings of work from Adbert Alzolay en route to a 9-3 victory over Atlanta on Thursday at Truist Park.

The Cubs were a +120 underdog in the win. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 9.

Adbert Alzolay earned the victory for the Cubs, throwing 6 innings of work, striking out 6, walking 1, and allowing 4 hits and 2 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Jason Heyward in the win.

Atlanta got a 2-inning outing from Josh Tomlin in the loss. He gave up 2 earned runs, 0 walks and 4 hits in his time on the mound, while Austin Riley had 2 hits in the loss for the Braves.

Chicago enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 16-7 advantage in hits.

Next game, Chicago takes its act on the road to face Cincinnati looking for another win. For Atlanta, they head on the road to face Toronto.