Late Homers Sizzle Braves Past Cubs 6-3

The Braves defeated the Cubs 6-3 on September 15, 2026, helped by a late two-run homer that broke a close game after Kevin Gausman had pitched well into the sixth. Chicago had early traffic with four hits and four walks but failed to convert big innings. Cubs reliever Edward Cabrera lingered scoreless for 2.1 innings before surrendering the decisive two-run blast, and Jacob Webb allowed a homer and a four-pitch walk to extend Chicago’s trouble. Tyrone Taylor provided highlight plays in left, while Cabrera was named the Ankin Law Player of the Game for the Cubs. Full box score and postgame coverage follow.