Cubs Hand Padres First Loss of 2025 Season

Shota Imanaga led the Chicago Cubs to a 3-1 victory over the San Diego Padres, marking the Padres' first loss of the 2025 season. Imanaga pitched an impressive 7.1 innings, allowing only one run, which came off a solo homer by Martín Maldonado. The Cubs' offense capitalized on Padres' pitcher Randy Vasquez's struggles, as Vasquez walked five and allowed three runs in 4.2 innings. Justin Turner's infield single and a fielding error by Manny Machado contributed to the Cubs' scoring. The Cubs are now 2-0 in the season with Imanaga boasting a 0.98 ERA so far. This victory also represents Chicago's fourth consecutive home opener win.