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The Chicago Cubs dominated the Philadelphia Phillies 7–2 at Wrigley Field on April 22, 2026, in a lopsided matchup that saw the home team's pitching staff impose its will early. Chicago's pitcher struck out 12 batters while allowing just 9 hits and 2 earned runs, posting a 3.39 ERA and walking none, effectively shutting down a Phillies offense that managed only 9 hits and zero home runs. The Cubs' lineup, meanwhile, generated 13 hits with 2 home runs and 7 RBIs, posting a .765 OPS despite a modest .259 batting average. Philadelphia's hitters struck out 12 times and mustered just a .653 OPS, reflecting an offense that struggled to make consistent contact; the Phillies' pitching staff allowed 6 earned runs on 13 hits while fanning only 7 Cubs batters. The Cubs' defensive execution was nearly flawless with just one error, contrasting with the Phillies' offensive futility. This decisive victory signals the Cubs' early-season pitching depth could be a competitive asset in the NL Central.