Padres extend home win streak to 11, defeat Cubs 2-1

The Chicago Cubs defeated the San Diego Padres 2-1 on Tuesday, ending the Padres' 11-game home winning streak. Nico Hoerner's triple in the 10th inning drove in the automatic runner, Dansby Swanson, securing the victory. The game was marked by a tight pitching duel, with both starting pitchers allowing only one run over five innings. Prior to this loss, the Padres had enjoyed a dominant home record, characterized by a 47-run margin of victory across their home games. Fernando Tatis Jr. had a standout performance in the previous game on Monday, hitting two home runs and helping the Padres secure their 11th consecutive home win. The Cubs and Padres will face off again in the series finale, with both teams looking to assert their positions in their respective divisions.