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MLB·PREVIEW·June 20, 2026 10:18 PM ET

Blue Jays, Cubs even at a game apiece in Wrigley series

Toronto and Chicago deadlocked one game each.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 211 min read
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FINAL: Blue Jays 8, Cubs 6. Via @Cubs on X

What happened: The Toronto Blue Jays and Chicago Cubs are level at one game apiece in their series at Wrigley Field. The two clubs have traded results so far, with the Cubs posting a lopsided home win earlier in the set before Toronto answered back. Chicago enters carrying a short winning streak while Toronto looks to keep pace.

Why it matters: Neither side has separated in a tightly matched interleague series, leaving the next game pivotal for momentum. Both teams sit near .500 and are fighting to stabilize their position, so a swing game carries weight for standings and confidence heading into the rest of the slate.

By the numbers: Series tied 1-1. Chicago Cubs are 40-36 this season (last five WWLWL, streak W2), scoring 4.7 and allowing 4.4 per game. Toronto Blue Jays are 37-39 (last five LWWWL), scoring 4.1 and allowing 4.4. The clubs' recent meetings have been volatile, including a 16-2 Cubs result on June 19.

What to watch: Watch lineup decisions and the starting pitching matchup as both clubs look to take the edge in the series at Wrigley.

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