Chicago’s Shōta Imanaga throws seven shutout innings to help the Cubs defeat the Minnesota Twins 10-1. In the first, Alex Bregman hits a two-run home run, giving Chicago an early lead. Imanaga then continues his outing without allowing a run, working through the Twins’ lineup for seven scoreless frames. He finishes after 99 pitches, allowing six hits and one walk. The Cubs’ offense adds more scoring throughout the game, including another Bregman homer, a two-out shot that extends the lead. Nico Hoerner contributes with a bases-loaded triple and finishes with four runs batted in. Chicago’s scoring also includes Seiya Suzuki recording a one-out double off Zebby Matthews. With the win, the Cubs secure a decisive margin over Minnesota, while Imanaga’s performance anchors the shutout run before he exits the game.