Chicago Cubs vs Los Angeles Dodgers, MLB Current Series Final Game 2 an exciting showdown on September 10, 2024, the Chicago Cubs emerged victorious over the Los Angeles Dodgers with a final score of 6-3 in Game 2 of their series. Held at the iconic Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, the game featured standout performances, critical defensive plays, and pivotal moments that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The Cubs capitalized on the Dodgers’ defensive errors and showcased their resilience, securing their second consecutive win in the series. This recap delves into the key highlights, player performances, and turning points that defined this thrilling matchup.
City and Stadium: Los Angeles, California, at Dodger Stadium
Date: September 10, 2024
Game: MLB Postseason, NLDS Game 2
Crowds and Atmosphere
Dodger Stadium was electric as a sellout crowd of over 56,000 fans filled the seats. The energy was palpable as the two storied franchises faced off in a crucial game of the postseason series.
Cubs vs Dodgers Lineups
Los Angeles Dodgers
Position
Chicago Cubs
Position
Mookie Betts
RF
Nico Hoerner
2B
Freddie Freeman
1B
Dansby Swanson
SS
Shohei Ohtani
DH
Cody Bellinger
CF
Max Muncy
3B
Seiya Suzuki
RF
Will Smith
C
Ian Happ
LF
Chris Taylor
LF
Patrick Wisdom
3B
James Outman
CF
Yan Gomes
C
Miguel Rojas
SS
Trey Mancini
1B
Michael Busch
2B
Christopher Morel
DH
Chicago Cubs vs Los Angeles Dodgers : Game Summary
The Chicago Cubs rallied for a 6-3 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers, fueled by a five-run eighth inning that included three Dodgers errors. The Cubs’ comeback erased the Dodgers’ 3-1 lead, securing their second straight win in the series.
Shota Imanaga (13-3) pitched seven innings, allowing three runs and seven hits. Yoshinobu Yamamoto, making his first start since June 16, struck out eight and gave up one run in four innings.
Pete Crow-Armstrong made two spectacular catches, including robbing Max Muncy of a potential two-run homer. Tommy Edman homered twice for the Dodgers. Evan Phillips (3-1) took the loss, while Porter Hodge earned his fifth save.
The Dodgers’ NL West lead was cut to 4.5 games over San Diego. The Cubs moved four games back of Atlanta and the New York Mets for the final NL wild card.
Game Story
Early Lead: The Dodgers took an early lead with a home run by Tommy Edman in the second inning.
Cubs’ Response: The Cubs responded with a run in the third inning, tying the game.
Dodgers’ Errors: In the eighth inning, the Dodgers committed three errors, allowing the Cubs to score five runs and take a decisive lead.
Key Defensive Plays: Cubs’ center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong made a crucial sliding catch to end the seventh inning and robbed Max Muncy of a potential two-run homer in the ninth.
Final Score: The Cubs secured the win with a final score of 6-3.
Chicago Cubs vs Los Angeles Dodgers Team Stats
Los Angeles Dodgers:
Statistic
Value
Runs
3
Hits
7
Errors
3
Left on Base
8
Chicago Cubs:
Statistic
Value
Runs
6
Hits
11
Errors
0
Left on Base
6
Chicago Cubs vs Los Angeles Dodgers Players Stats
Chicago Cubs’ Hitting and Pitching statistics
Cubs Hitting
Player
Position
AB
R
H
RBI
HR
BB
K
AVG
OBP
SLG
Ian Happ
LF
4
1
0
0
0
1
2
.243
.342
.455
Dansby Swanson
SS
5
1
0
0
0
0
2
.235
.305
.379
Seiya Suzuki
DH
5
1
3
1
0
0
2
.273
.349
.475
Cody Bellinger
RF
4
1
1
0
0
1
1
.265
.327
.425
Isaac Paredes
3B
5
1
2
0
0
0
1
.230
.340
.398
Michael Busch
1B
4
1
0
0
0
0
1
.249
.335
.430
Nico Hoerner
2B
4
0
3
1
0
0
1
.263
.330
.356
Pete Crow-Armstrong
CF
4
0
2
2
0
0
0
.243
.290
.396
Miguel Amaya
C
3
0
0
0
0
0
0
.228
.282
.347
Team Totals
38
6
11
4
0
2
10
Cubs Pitching
Pitcher
Result
IP
H
R
ER
BB
K
HR
PC-ST
ERA
Shogo Imanaga
W (13-3)
7.0
7
3
3
0
4
3
89-58
3.03
Nate Pearson
H (9)
1.0
1
0
0
0
0
0
14-9
4.40
Paul Hodge
S (5)
1.0
0
0
0
1
0
0
18-10
1.66
Team Totals
9.0
8
3
3
1
4
3
121-77
Los Angeles Dodgers’ Hitting and Pitching statistics
Dodgers Hitting
Player
Position
AB
R
H
RBI
HR
BB
K
AVG
OBP
SLG
Shohei Ohtani
DH
4
0
0
0
0
0
0
.290
.373
.612
Mookie Betts
RF
4
0
1
0
0
0
0
.306
.397
.519
Freddie Freeman
1B
4
0
0
0
0
0
1
.285
.383
.486
Tommy Edman
CF
4
2
2
2
2
0
0
.293
.316
.427
Andy Pages
LF
3
0
1
0
0
0
0
.243
.300
.388
Will Smith
C
3
0
1
0
0
1
1
.286
.327
.404
Miguel Rojas
SS
4
1
1
1
1
0
1
.228
.339
.497
Max Muncy
3B
3
0
1
0
0
0
1
.216
.272
.346
Enrique Hernández
LF-2B
2
0
1
0
0
0
0
.265
.331
.311
Austin Barnes
C
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
.249
.310
.389
Gavin Lux
2B-PH
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
.244
.323
.420
Team Totals
33
3
8
3
3
1
4
Dodgers Pitching
Pitcher
Result
IP
H
R
ER
BB
K
HR
PC-ST
ERA
Yuki Yamamoto
4.0
4
1
1
0
8
0
59-42
2.88
Ryan Brasier
1.0
1
0
0
0
1
0
9-8
3.09
Blake Treinen
H (12)
1.0
1
0
0
0
0
0
21-12
2.33
Alex Vesia
H (13)
1.0
1
1
1
1
0
0
13-5
1.85
Evan Phillips
L (3-1), B
1.0
2
4
0
1
1
Cubs vs Dodgers Key Player Performances
Los Angeles Dodgers
Tommy Edman:
Performance: 2 home runs, 2 RBIs
Impact: Provided an early lead and consistent offensive pressure.
Max Muncy:
Performance: 1 double
Impact: Created scoring opportunities, though the team couldn’t capitalize.
Shohei Ohtani:
Performance: 0-4, 1 walk
Impact: Struggled offensively but drew a walk to get on base.
Player
Performance
Tommy Edman
2 HR, 2 RBI
Shohei Ohtani
0-4, 1 BB
Max Muncy
1-4, 1 2B
Chicago Cubs
Cody Bellinger:
Performance: 2-4, 1 home run, 3 RBIs
Impact: Key offensive contributor, tying the game and driving in crucial runs.
Michael Busch:
Performance: 4-5, 1 home run, 3 runs scored
Impact: Consistently pressured the Dodgers’ pitching, contributing significantly to the Cubs’ offense.
Pete Crow-Armstrong:
Performance: 1-3, 1 RBI, 2 key defensive plays
Impact: Made pivotal defensive plays and contributed offensively with an RBI.
Player
Performance
Cody Bellinger
2-4, 1 HR, 3 RBI
Michael Busch
4-5, 1 HR, 3 R
Pete Crow-Armstrong
1-3, 1 RBI, 2 key defensive plays
Cubs vs Dodgers Key Moments
Tommy Edman’s Home Runs: Edman hit two home runs, giving the Dodgers an early lead.
Eighth Inning Errors: The Dodgers’ three errors in the eighth inning allowed the Cubs to score five runs and take control of the game.
Crow-Armstrong’s Defense: Crow-Armstrong’s sliding catch and home run robbery were pivotal in maintaining the Cubs’ lead.
Chicago Cubs vs Los Angeles Dodgers Players Key Offensive Moments
Los Angeles Dodgers
Tommy Edman’s Home Runs:
Second Inning: Edman hit a solo home run, giving the Dodgers an early lead.
Fourth Inning: Edman struck again with another solo home run, extending the Dodgers’ lead.
Max Muncy’s Double:
Sixth Inning: Muncy hit a double, putting himself in scoring position, although the Dodgers couldn’t capitalize on this opportunity.
Chicago Cubs
Cody Bellinger’s Home Run:
Fifth Inning: Bellinger hit a two-run homer, tying the game and shifting momentum towards the Cubs.
Eighth Inning Rally:
Multiple Hits and Errors: The Cubs took advantage of three errors by the Dodgers, scoring five runs. Key hits during this rally included singles by Nico Hoerner and Dansby Swanson, and a double by Seiya Suzuki.
Michael Busch’s Performance:
Throughout the Game: Busch went 4-5, including a home run and three runs scored, consistently putting pressure on the Dodgers’ pitching staff.
Cubs vs Dodgers Head-to-Head Statistics
Overall Record
Total Games Played: 2,300+
Dodgers Wins: 1,200+
Cubs Wins: 1,100+
Recent Performance (Last 11 Games)
Dodgers Wins: 6
Cubs Wins: 5
The Chicago Cubs capitalized on the Los Angeles Dodgers’ defensive mistakes to secure a 6-3 victory. Key performances from Cody Bellinger and Michael Busch, along with crucial defensive plays by Pete Crow-Armstrong, were instrumental in the Cubs’ win. This victory marks the Cubs’ second consecutive win over the Dodgers, highlighting their resilience and ability to exploit their opponents’ errors.
