Cubs Face a 2-0 Defeat to Yankees at Wrigley Field

Photos from the July 31, 2026, game at Wrigley Field show the Chicago Cubs losing 2-0 to the New York Yankees.

Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga looks dejected after leaving the field in the sixth inning. Earlier, he allowed two solo home runs, leading to the Cubs’ defeat. These moments of frustration are captured in a sequence of images taken by Stacey Wescott from the Chicago Tribune.

Additionally, photos include Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, who fouled a ball off his foot during the third inning, ending the match 0-for-4. The discomfort on his face is evident as he tries to recover.

On the Yankees’ side, third baseman Amed Rosario is shown celebrating with teammate Jasson Domínguez after hitting a solo home run in the fourth inning. A similar celebration follows a solo homer by Yankees left fielder Spencer Jones.

The images also feature Cubs’ relievers, Tyler Ferguson and Antoine Kelly. Ferguson is seen in action in the seventh inning and later seated on the bench after being taken out of the game. Kelly, a Chicago native making his major-league debut, struck out a batter with two on base, sharing a moment with catcher Miguel Amaya after the strikeout.

Cubs manager Craig Counsell appears reviewing his notes during the eighth inning, reflecting the tension and concentration of the game.

The defensive skills of Cubs players are highlighted with shots of third baseman Pedro Ramírez and second baseman Nico Hoerner. Ramírez is shown throwing out Yankees center fielder Trent Grisham, while Hoerner completes a double play.

The Cubs’ efforts on offense included left fielder Ian Happ and third baseman Alex Bregman, who both hit singles in the seventh inning. Bregman is pictured celebrating his hit.

Other significant moments include right fielder Michael Conforto catching a fly ball by Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe.

Despite the rain, fans are seen enjoying the game, standing and singing along to “YMCA” during a break in the action.