Mets @ Cubs · Apr 18, 2026 — MLB Central

Final Sat, Apr 18, 2026

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Freddy Peralta

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Jameson Taillon

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Kelly comes through in a pinch to power Cubs' 4th straight win

CHICAGO -- Cubs manager Craig Counsell was asked prior to Saturday’s game about an aspect of his aggressive mid-game decisions involving pinch-hitters. At times, it has been to replace rookie Moisés Ballesteros, a gifted hitter still developing at the Major League level. “This is a team,” Counsell said. “This is

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Carson Kelly hits pinch three-run homer in Cubs' win00:03:06

Carson Kelly hits a pinch hit three-run home run and Ian Happ hits a solo homer in the Cubs' 4-2 win over the Mets

Condensed Game: NYM@CHC - 4/18/2600:11:15

Condensed Game: Carson Kelly and the Cubs take on Mark Vientos and the Mets on April 18, 2026

Carson Kelly's go-ahead pinch-hit homer (2)00:00:36

Carson Kelly hits a three-run home run to left-center field in the bottom of the 6th inning to give the Cubs a 4-1 lead

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