The Chicago Cubs faced the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on August 23, 2025. The Cubs won the game with a score of 12-1. This victory improved their record to 75-55, placing them second in the NL Central.
Cade Horton was the winning pitcher, delivering six shutout innings with seven strikeouts. Key performances included Keegan Tucker and Reese McGuire, each driving in five runs for the Cubs. The Angels fell to a record of 61-68, ranking fourth in the AL West.
The Cubs scored first in the third inning with two runs. They added four more runs in the fourth inning, making it 6-0. After a quiet fifth inning, the Cubs scored four more in the sixth, extending their lead to 10-0. In the seventh inning, the Cubs scored two more runs. The Angels managed to score their only run in the same inning with a home run by Adell. The game ended with the Cubs winning 12-1.
Kyle Tucker stood out for the Cubs with a strong performance at the plate. He collected three hits in five at-bats and drove in five runs. Tucker also hit two home runs, helping his team secure the win.
Riley McGuire also had a noteworthy game for the Cubs. He drove in five runs with a home run and a sacrifice fly. McGuire’s contributions were key to the Cubs’ high-scoring game.
On the pitching side, Cade Horton was the winning pitcher for the Cubs. He pitched six innings, allowing just three hits and no runs while striking out seven. For the Angels, Victor Mederos took the loss after giving up six runs in four innings.
What’s Next
The Cubs’ win over the Angels improves their record to 75-55. They hold the 2nd place position in the Central division. This victory helps them stay competitive in the race for the playoffs. On the other hand, the Angels’ loss drops their record to 61-68. They are in 4th place in the West division. This game affects their chances of climbing up in the standings.
| Team | Next Game | Date & Time | Opponent | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cubs | Continuation of series against Angels | August 24, 2025 – 4:07 PM | Los Angeles Angels | Angel Stadium of Anaheim |
| Cubs | Start new series | August 26, 2025 – 9:45 PM | San Francisco Giants | Oracle Park |
| Angels | Continuation of series against Cubs | August 24, 2025 – 4:07 PM | Chicago Cubs | Angel Stadium of Anaheim |
| Angels | Start new series | August 25, 2025 – 8:05 PM | Texas Rangers | Globe Life Field |
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Last updated:August 24, 2025 Angels, Cubs