Cubs crush Rangers 7-0 in frigid Wrigley showdown

On April 7, 2025, in the United States, the Chicago Cubs hosted the Texas Rangers at Wrigley Field under extremely cold conditions. The game was notable for its low temperature of 34 degrees Fahrenheit, making it one of the coldest games at the stadium since 2011. Justin Steele took the mound for the Cubs and delivered an impressive performance, tossing seven innings of three-hit ball while recording eight strikeouts and walking two batters. His strong outing marked his third consecutive win since a previous loss against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Cubs had a strong start with Michael Busch getting on the scoreboard early in the second inning after hitting a double and then scoring. By the fifth inning, Busch managed to chase Texas pitcher Nathan Eovaldi with an RBI triple that extended the Cubs' lead to 3-0. Ian Happ significantly contributed to the team’s score, collecting three RBIs throughout the game, including a pivotal two-run single during a four-run sixth inning. The inning concluded with a series of runs following Happ's hit, showcasing the Cubs' offensive prowess that night. The Rangers, who entered the game having won five straight matches, struggled offensively against Steele and the Cubs’ defense. Despite their previous successes, they could not find a rhythm against the pitching of Steele and later Colin Rea, who finished the game for the Cubs, thereby securing their first shutout victory of the season. With this win, the Cubs marked their sixth win in seven games, solidifying their momentum early in the season. Patrick Corbin was set to debut as a pitcher for the Rangers the following night against RHP Jameson Taillon, adding intrigue to the impending matchups. This game not only highlighted Steele's continued ascendancy in the Cubs' rotation but also posed questions about the Rangers' performance moving forward after a strong start to their season.