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Los Angeles Angels vs Chicago Cubs β Recap
March 17, 2026 Β· Sloan Park Β· View Preview
Game Recap
The Chicago Cubs overcame a late push from the Los Angeles Angels, securing an 8-6 victory at home. A robust offensive performance, highlighted by Carson Kellyβs three-hit day, helped the Cubs build a significant lead that ultimately withstood a three-run ninth-inning rally by the Angels.
Chicago methodically established its advantage through the middle innings. After Shota Imanaga delivered a strong, albeit brief, start, Kelly launched a solo home run to contribute to the Cubs' early scoring. Later, Kelly drove in two more runs as part of a multi-run frame, while other hitters consistently put pressure on Angels pitching, ensuring the Cubs maintained control throughout the contest.
While the Angels mounted a late comeback effort, scoring three runs in the final inning, the Cubsβ consistent offensive output proved decisive. Kellyβs three runs batted in and two runs scored were pivotal in creating a comfortable cushion. The Angels' largest scoring inning came in their final at-bat, but by then, the deficit was too great to overcome.
The Cubs' ability to generate offense and convert opportunities earlier in the game provided the necessary margin to secure the win, preventing the Angelsβ late surge from altering the outcome. Following the game, the Angels now stand at 49-77, while the Cubs improved their record to 73-53.
Player of the Game
Turning Point
The game turned in the 9th inning, when the Los Angeles Angels scored 3 runs.
Pitching
| Pitcher | Team | IP | H | R | ER | BB | K | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shota Imanaga W |
|
4.2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 4.85 |
| Alek Manoah L |
|
4.0 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 5 | 9.39 |
| Sam Bachman |
|
1.2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1.08 |
| Collin Snider |
|
1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.14 |
| Ethan Roberts |
|
1.0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1.50 |
| Jeff Brigham |
|
1.0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4.50 |
| Chase Silseth |
|
1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 8.22 |
| William Osmond |
|
1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.00 |
| Jackson Kirkpatrick |
|
0.2 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 21.60 |
| Porter Hodge |
|
0.2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 27.00 |
| Brayden Spears |
|
0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 |
| Tyler Beede S |
|
0.1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8.10 |
| Camden Minacci |
|
0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.70 |
Batting
| Batter | Team | AB | H | HR | RBI | R | BB | K |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carson Kelly |
|
4 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Moises Ballesteros |
|
3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| David Calabrese |
|
2 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Pedro Ramirez |
|
3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Jeimer Candelario |
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Jo Adell |
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Dansby Swanson |
|
4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Dylan Carlson |
|
4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jose Siri |
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Kane Kepley |
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Michael Busch |
|
4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Michael Conforto |
|
3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Nico Hoerner |
|
3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Owen Ayers |
|
1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chris Taylor |
|
3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Nolan Schanuel |
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
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