The Cubs took a 3-0 lead early, with Kelly’s homer in the fifth adding to the tally. Shōta Imanaga, in his first spring start, allowed three hits and struck out once. The Padres cut the deficit to 5-4 in the eighth, but the Cubs held on for a 6-5 win.
Cubs Edge Padres 6-5, Kelly Homers and Drives In Two
The Chicago Cubs beat the San Diego Padres 6-5 at Sloan Park, with catcher Carson Kelly delivering a homer and two RBIs. Shōta Imanaga made his first spring start, allowing three hits.