PHILADELPHIA — On April 14, the Chicago Cubs defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 10-4, handing Philadelphia a tough loss in the middle game of the series.

The Phillies pitching struggled to contain the Cubs lineup, allowing multiple big innings despite some offensive contributions.

The defeat came after a strong 13-7 win the night before, highlighting the team’s early-season inconsistency.

Philadelphia’s bullpen and starters continue to be tested in the young campaign.

This loss serves as another reminder that the Phillies must find greater pitching stability to turn promising offen