In a thrilling matchup at Wrigley Field, the Pittsburgh Pirates (9-6) lost a five-run lead and were defeated 7-6 by the Chicago Cubs (8-8) on Sunday afternoon. The game started strong for the Pirates as Oneil Cruz hit a leadoff home run, followed by Brandon Lowe's grand slam in the second inning, extending their lead to 5-0. Lowe later added a solo homer, bringing his season total to five. However, the Cubs responded with a series of runs, including solo home runs from Dansby Swanson and Moisés Ballesteros. The Cubs tied the game in the eighth inning and clinched the victory in the ninth when Carson Kelly hit a walk-off single, completing their comeback and handing the Pirates a disappointing defeat.