The Cubs defeated the Phillies 8-4, with Mick Abel struggling in his third start, allowing three home runs, including two from Ian Happ and one from Dansby Swanson. Despite a brief lead from Alec Bohm’s two-run single, the Phillies’ offense has faltered recently, scoring over four runs only twice in their last 12 games. With Bryce Harper’s return uncertain and Aaron Nola’s injury worsening, the Phillies need to regain consistency as they fight for a playoff spot, currently four games behind the Mets in the NL East.
