The lead
May 14, 2026 - Atlanta - The Chicago Cubs snapped a four-game losing streak with pitching. Ian Happ homered, Ben Brown and four relievers combined on a shutout, and Chicago beat the Atlanta Braves 2-0 at Truist Park, per CBS Chicago.
How the game turned
The Cubs scored in the sixth after an error by Ha-Seong Kim. Matt Shaw fielder's choice scored Happ for 1-0. Happ solo shot in the eighth off Reynaldo Lopez traveled 424 feet and made it 2-0. Michael Busch extended his on-base streak to 15 games.
Pitching and matchup notes
Brown allowed one hit in four innings with seven strikeouts. Hoby Milner (1-0) earned the win; Daniel Palencia recorded his third save. Chris Sale (6-3) allowed one unearned run in six innings with eight strikeouts. Atlanta had five hits.
Bats that changed the board
Happ carried the offense on a night Chicago manufactured the first run without a hit in the sixth.
AthX Engine fantasy angle
Chicago 12 AthX Engine team FP rewarded the shutout, with Happ 10 hitting FP on the board. AthX Engine differs from dynamic pricing.
What comes next
The Cubs continue their road trip while Atlanta turns to the weekend slate.
*Sources: MLB.com schedule, MLB gameday wrap, CBS Chicago, and AthX Engine scoring. Information only; not financial advice.*
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