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Cubs Edge Guardians 1-0 in 1968 Throwback Game

Published April 5, 2026 · Updated April 5, 2026 · Yahoo Sport

The Cubs defeated the Guardians 1-0 in a throwback to 1968, with Edward Cabrera holding the opposition scoreless for six innings. It was the team's first 1-0 win since Aug. 1, 2025.

The Cubs’ 1-0 victory over the Guardians was a nod to 1968, the “Year of the Pitcher,” featuring a single run scored via a walk, pinch‑runner, bunt and hit. It marked the Cubs’ first 1‑0 win since Aug. 1, 2025, when they beat the Orioles at Wrigley Field.

Edward Cabrera delivered six scoreless innings, throwing 97 pitches with 51 strikes. He allowed only one hit and five walks, keeping the Guardians off balance and securing the narrow win.

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