Chicago Cubs defeat New York Mets in tightly contested game

Chicago Cubs faced the New York Mets at Yankee Stadium and secured a 5‑4 victory in a nail‑biting contest. The Mets jumped ahead early, but Cubs outfielder Edward Cabrera delivered a two‑run hit in the second inning to level the game.

Late‑inning pressure saw the Cubs' left‑field defense falter, yet a clutch single in the ninth inning clinched the win. The triumph boosts Chicago’s momentum heading into the next series.