In a decisive game on April 14, 2026, the Chicago Cubs triumphed over the Philadelphia Phillies with a score of 10-4 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies initially took a 3-0 lead thanks to Edmundo Sosa's second-inning home run. However, the Cubs quickly responded, scoring two runs in the third inning and taking control of the game. The Phillies' pitching, particularly Aaron Nola and Tim Mayza, struggled significantly, allowing the Cubs to capitalize on walks and hits. Alex Bregman was instrumental for the Cubs, tying the game with an RBI single and later contributing to their lead with additional runs. The Phillies had a chance to rally in the eighth inning but failed to convert, culminating in a three-run homer by Carson Kelly in the ninth for the Cubs. With both teams having exchanged wins in this series, they will face off again on April 15 for the rubber match, with pitchers Jesus Luzardo and Shoto Imanaga expected to take the mound.