Sun Apr 27 04:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Cubs Edge Out Dodgers in Another Thrilling Victory
**Chicago, IL** – The Chicago Cubs continued their hot streak, defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-6 in a back-and-forth battle Wednesday night. This win marks another nail-biter for the NL Central leaders, following Tuesday’s 11-10 victory over the same opponent. The Cubs now hold a 4-1 record during their current eight-game homestand and a 4-3 season series win against the reigning World Series champions.
Pete Crow-Armstrong was the offensive star for Chicago, hitting a home run and driving in four runs. Dansby Swanson also contributed significantly, with two hits and two RBIs. Crow-Armstrong’s performance builds on his recent hot streak; he’s batting .396 with five home runs and 14 RBIs in his last 13 games.
Los Angeles, playing without catcher Will Smith due to left wrist soreness, received a strong offensive showing from Teoscar Hernández, who homered and drove in four runs. Andy Pages also added a solo home run, his second in as many nights. However, a throwing error by Matthew Boyd in the fifth inning proved costly, leading to a three-run rally for the Cubs.
Despite a 5-3 lead for the Dodgers, the Cubs rallied in the bottom of the fifth, scoring four runs to take the lead. Swanson’s two-run single tied the game, followed by an RBI sacrifice fly and an RBI single by Crow-Armstrong.
The Cubs bullpen held strong, with Porter Hodge earning his first save of the season, striking out Shohei Ohtani in a perfect ninth inning. The team’s offensive explosion continues, having scored 39 runs in their last five games.
The Dodgers will look to rebound when they face the Pittsburgh Pirates this Friday, with Yoshinobu Yamamoto taking the mound. The Cubs’ weekend rotation against the Philadelphia Phillies remains unannounced.
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