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Cubs Win Series Opener 6-2 Behind Boyd's 10 Strikeouts

4/3/2026

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The Chicago Cubs began the 2026 season with a six-game homestand at Wrigley Field.
Pitcher Matthew Boyd struck out ten as the Cubs beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-2.
The victory gave the Cubs two of three in the series.
A fan on a chilly Wednesday multitasked on his cellphone and laptop, echoing last season when a fan worked on a computer while wearing shorts.

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Story summary

The Chicago Cubs began the 2026 season with a six-game homestand at Wrigley Field.
Pitcher Matthew Boyd struck out ten as the Cubs beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-2.
The victory gave the Cubs two of three in the series.
A fan on a chilly Wednesday multitasked on his cellphone and laptop, echoing last season when a fan worked on a computer while wearing shorts.