The National League-leading Chicago Cubs were in town. The best pitcher in the world took the mound and dominated once again, backed by stellar defense at every turn. A slugger crushed a clutch home run,

The Chicago Cubs hit five home runs, including two by Seiya Suzuki, and went on to a 6-1 win over the Detroit Tigers.

The Chicago Cubs put on a power display against the host Detroit Tigers on Saturday. Detroit will look to strike back in the rubber match of a three-game series on Sunday afternoon.

Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) throws to first base to complete a double play as Detroit Tigers' Jake Rogers (34) slides late into second base in the third inning during a baseball game, Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya) AP DETROIT -- The battle between the best teams in each league won’t be decided until Sunday.

Tarik Skubal pitched one-run ball into the eighth inning, and Detroit Tigers beat the Chicago Cubs 3-1 on Friday night in the opener of a weekend series between two of the majors’ best teams. Skubal (6-2) allowed eight hits,

The Saturday afternoon game at Comerica Park is going to be a sellout, and the Friday night and Sunday afternoon games are trending that way, too.