Chicago Cubs vs. Texas Rangers • May 8, 2026

The Chicago Cubs defeated the Texas Rangers 7-1, with Javier Assad throwing a stellar 3.2 innings of scoreless relief, while Seiya Suzuki's fourth-inning homer and a three-run seventh inning highlighted the Cubs' offensive dominance against Kumar Rocker, who struggled and was unable to find a rhythm in his 3.2-inning start.