Gunnar Henderson's 8th-Inning Blast Lifts Orioles Past Cubs 4-3

Saturday, August 2nd, 2025

Baltimore Orioles Mount Late Comeback to Defeat Chicago Cubs 4-3 on August 2, 2025

CHICAGO -- The Baltimore Orioles overcame a deficit with a four-run eighth inning, capped by a three-run homer from Gunnar Henderson, to beat the Chicago Cubs 4-3 on Saturday, August 2, 2025. This marked the Orioles' seventh victory in their last 10 games.

Jordan Westburg initiated the scoring in the eighth inning with an RBI single off Caleb Thielbar (2-3), breaking the Orioles’ 18-inning scoreless streak. Henderson then followed with his 13th home run of the season.

Grant Wolfram (2-0) pitched a scoreless seventh inning, striking out two to earn the win. In the ninth, after Carson Kelly and Seiya Suzuki drew walks, Keegan Akin struck out Pete Crow-Armstrong to secure his first save.

For the Chicago Cubs, Matthew Boyd delivered seven strong innings, and Nico Hoerner contributed three hits. The Cubs entered the day just one game behind Milwaukee for the NL Central lead.

Willi Castro, in his first game as a Cub after being acquired Thursday from Minnesota, tripled and scored twice.

Caleb Thielbar allowed two runs and two hits in just two-thirds of an inning, resulting in his third blown save of the season.

Boyd, an All-Star, showcased a strong performance with eight strikeouts, four hits allowed, and no walks. He rebounded effectively after giving up five runs in five innings in his previous start on Monday at Milwaukee.

The Cubs continued their tribute to Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg, who passed away Monday after a battle with prostate cancer. Players wore his No. 23 on blue jerseys without names on the back, and highlights from Sandberg’s illustrious career were displayed on the video board throughout the game.

Chicago also hosted "Cubs for a Cure," a cancer fundraiser, during which fans and players held placards honoring loved ones after the fourth inning.

Key Moment

Henderson's game-changing three-run homer in the eighth inning.

Key Stat

Pete Crow-Armstrong struck out four times in the game.

Up Next

Chicago RHP Colin Rea (8-5, 4.25 ERA) was scheduled to start Sunday’s series finale against Baltimore RHP Brandon Young (0-5, 6.63).

In Summary

The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Chicago Cubs 4-3 on August 2, 2025, thanks to a four-run rally in the eighth inning. Gunnar Henderson hit a decisive three-run home run, preceded by an RBI single from Jordan Westburg, breaking a lengthy scoreless streak for the Orioles. Grant Wolfram earned the win, and Keegan Akin secured his first save. Despite a strong seven-inning performance from Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd and three hits from Nico Hoerner, the Cubs fell short. The game also featured tributes to baseball Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg and a "Cubs for a Cure" cancer fundraiser.

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