The Cubs took a 1-0 lead in the first and extended it to 3-0 before the Padres rallied in the fourth. Carson Kelly’s solo homer in the fifth gave Chicago a cushion that held until the final inning, as the Padres failed to score again.
Shōta Imanaga made his first spring start, allowing three hits and striking out once while showing improved velocity. The game was played on a warm February afternoon, with the Cubs’ timely hitting and solid pitching keeping the Padres at bay.