Chicago Cubs lose to Diamondbacks after bullpen collapse

The Chicago Cubs suffered a 5-4 walk-off defeat against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field, marking their third walk-off loss in their last five games. Despite a strong performance from starter Clay Holmes, who pitched seven scoreless innings and allowed only two hits, the Cubs' bullpen struggled to maintain the lead.

Reliever Daniel Palencia surrendered three runs in the eighth inning after hitting outfielder Jordan Lawlar with a pitch and issuing a walk. In the ninth inning, Jacob Webb issued a walk before allowing Ryan Waldschmidt to hit a two-out, two-run home run to secure the victory for Arizona.

In response to the bullpen issues, Cubs manager Craig Counsell is expected to start veteran Matthew Boyd in the series finale to manage inning usage. The lineup for the upcoming game features several changes, including Tyrone Taylor starting in left field for Ian Happ and Gabriel Arias making his first start at second base.