The Chicago Cubs spoiled Tarik Skubal's debut with the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night, posting a 5-1 victory. Nico Hoerner and Pete Crow-Armstrong delivered key RBI singles, and Dansby Swanson added a solo home run. Chicago won for the third time in four games.
Kyle Tucker homered for the Dodgers, who managed only four hits. The loss was Los Angeles's fifth consecutive, as the team's struggles continued. Skubal's arrival did not change the Dodgers' recent fortunes, as the offense failed to provide support.
The Cubs' win was built on timely hitting and solid pitching, with Hoerner and Crow-Armstrong coming through in key spots. Swanson's homer added insurance, helping Chicago secure its second straight victory. The Dodgers, meanwhile, have now lost five straight and are looking to reverse their slide as the season continues.