Wed May 07 03:10:00 UTC 2025: **Cubs Rally Past Giants in Series Opener, Winning 9-2**

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs rebounded from a tough Sunday with a convincing 9-2 victory over the San Francisco Giants in the opening game of their three-game series Monday night. The win showcases the team’s resilience after losing their top pitcher on Sunday.

Strong pitching from Matthew Boyd, who allowed just two runs over six innings, combined with a powerful offensive display led the Cubs to victory. Ian Happ and Carson Kelly each hit home runs, while Dansby Swanson fueled the offense with three hits, two RBIs, and two runs scored. Notably, Swanson’s hot performance came after being dropped to the eighth spot in the batting order.

The Cubs’ success wasn’t limited to a few key players; seven Cubs recorded hits, six scored runs, and five drove in runs. The bottom of the lineup was particularly potent, with the final five batters contributing at least one hit and one run each.

While the Giants have had a strong season thus far, the Cubs proved more than a match, forcing the Giants to use three pitchers. The Giants’ relief pitching may be strained for the remainder of the series, as Spencer Bivens and Gavin Hollowell threw multiple innings, and Hayden Birdsong’s availability is uncertain after a poor outing.

Dansby Swanson’s two-run single in the fourth inning proved to be the key play, giving the Cubs the lead for good after a Luis Matos home run tied the game earlier in the inning.

The Cubs and Giants continue their series Tuesday night at Wrigley Field, with a compelling pitching matchup between Colin Rea and Justin Verlander.

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