The Chicago Cubs put on a power display against the host Detroit Tigers on Saturday. Detroit will look to strike back in the rubber match of a three-game series on Sunday afternoon.

Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) throws to first base to complete a double play as Detroit Tigers' Jake Rogers (34) slides late into second base in the third inning during a baseball game, Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya) AP DETROIT -- The battle between the best teams in each league won’t be decided until Sunday.

A.J. Hinch sends a strong 4-word message after Tigers' win vs. Cubs as Skubal dominates and Detroit’s hot streak continues.

The Chicago Cubs hit five home runs, including two by Seiya Suzuki, and went on to a 6-1 win over the Detroit Tigers.

American League’s best meets National League’s best Friday night in Detroit, as the Tigers host the Chicago Cubs in the opening matchup of a monster three-game crossover series.

Riley Greene and Kerry Carpenter have followed their strong 2024s with even stronger starts to 2025, Tarik Skubal is the best pitcher in baseball and Casey Mize appears, for now, to be meeting the sky-high expectations of a No. 1 draft pick.

The Cubs set up their roster for this stretch against teams robust with left-handed bats, signing Génesis Cabrera last week after the Mets designated him for assignment. He gave the Cubs a third left-handed option out of the bullpen, joining Caleb Thielbar and Drew Pomeranz, all of whom are throwing well.

Nico Hoerner’s success is rooted in a high contact rate and batting average, which have become staples during his seven seasons with the Chicago Cubs.