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In an early season series between the Chicago Cubs and the Montreal Expos, the Cubs secured a 5-3 victory on the road, ensuring a split in their 2-game encounter.
The Cubs wasted no time getting on the scoreboard in the top of the first inning. Alex Pelow's error in center field allowed Kenny Lofton to score, granting Chicago an early 1-0 lead.
Chicago's offense continued to shine in the fourth inning. Tim Foli's well-placed single to right field drove in Pete Rose and Ron Cey, while Kenny Lofton's sharp single added another run, expanding the Cubs' lead to 4-0.
Montreal mounted a comeback effort in the bottom of the seventh. Omar Vizquel and Brant Alyea both delivered clutch RBI singles, narrowing the Cubs' lead to 4-3 and injecting tension into the game.
However, the Cubs remained composed, and in the ninth inning, Vincent Melendez's sacrifice fly provided an insurance run, securing their victory at 5-3.
Cubs' manager Gene Michael lauded his team's resilience, saying, "Our guys battled hard and executed when it counted. It's a satisfying win on the road, especially against a tough opponent like the Expos."
Expos' manager Johnny Antonelli acknowledged the Cubs' performance, stating, "Chicago capitalized on their opportunities and earned the split in this early season series."
With this win, the Cubs aim to build momentum for upcoming games, while the Expos will regroup and prepare for their next matchups.
