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The Chicago Cubs dominated the New York Mets 12–4 on April 17 at Wrigley Field, with the home team's offensive firepower overwhelming a sluggish visitor lineup. Chicago's bats generated 14 hits and 3 home runs while driving in 10 runs, posting a .748 OPS against a Mets pitching staff that surrendered 11 earned runs across the game. Despite matching the Cubs' 14-hit total, New York managed only 4 runs and zero home runs, finishing with a .632 OPS that reflected persistent offensive struggles. The Cubs' pitching staff allowed 14 hits but limited damage with a 3.89 ERA and six strikeouts, committing no errors in the field. The Mets' ERA ballooned to 4.21 while their defense faltered, unable to manufacture runs from their contact at the plate. This lopsided result underscores Chicago's early-season advantage in run production and suggests the Mets' pitching depth requires immediate attention heading into their next rotation cycle.