Cubs Swept by Dodgers in Tokyo Series, Set TV Viewership Record

The Chicago Cubs faced a tough start to their season, losing both games in the Tokyo Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, with scores of 4-1 and 6-3. Despite the losses, which featured familiar issues from the previous season regarding offensive struggles, fans are reminded that it is only the beginning of a long 2025 season. The Cubs had opportunities to capitalize but failed to secure key hits, leaving them with a disappointing performance overall. Dodgers rookie Roki Sasaki impressed with his pitching debut, hitting 101 mph and managing to stifle the Cubs' offense, who only recorded one hit against him in Game 2. The series drew significant attention in Japan, setting a viewership record with 25 million people tuning in, highlighting MLB's growing popularity in the region. While the Cubs' performance was lacking, their presence in Japan underscored the cultural impact of baseball and its stars, including Shohei Ohtani and Seiya Suzuki.