Chicago Cubs Face Defeat Against Minnesota Twins and Unveil 2027 All-Star Game Logo

The Chicago Cubs faced a 5-2 loss against the Minnesota Twins on July 17, 2026, at Wrigley Field. A game filled with notable moments saw several significant plays and events.

Game Highlights

Cubs catcher Carson Kelly ended the game by flying out to the Twins. Left fielder Ian Happ was forced out in the ninth inning, further sealing the team’s fate.

A tense moment occurred when shortstop Dansby Swanson got hit by a ball in the third inning. As Swanson spun and fell to the ground, blood appeared on his lower lip. Manager Craig Counsell and team members attended to him.

Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers hit a three-run home run, witnessed by Cubs pitcher Colin Rea who stepped off the mound. Other key plays included Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong breaking his batting helmet after a fifth-inning line-out and Cubs reliever Drew Pomeranz concluding a meeting on the mound in the seventh inning.

Notable Plays

The seventh inning saw Twins right fielder Austin Martin diving to score, and Luke Keaschall of the Twins successfully diving into third base. Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong broke his batting helmet after a disappointing plate appearance. Various innings featured atmospheric high-altitude clouds illuminated by the sunset, momentarily capturing the audience’s attention.

2027 All-Star Game Ceremony

Before the game, Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong revealed the 2027 All-Star Game logo. The event saw former Cubs players Andre Dawson and Shawon Dunston in attendance. Actor Bill Murray and musician Eddie Vedder participated, while former player Anthony Rizzo threw a ceremonial first pitch. Cubs Chairman Tom Ricketts shared a moment with Rizzo during the ceremony, and Baseball Hall of Famer Billy Williams exited after participating.

Steps were taken to maintain a celebratory atmosphere. Cubs fans enjoyed the unveiling and photographed the Cubs Champions Gate ahead of the game.

Pre-Game Warm-Ups

Cubs players, including Dansby Swanson, Drew Pomeranz, and Pete Crow-Armstrong, warmed up before facing the Twins. Right fielder Seiya Suzuki and manager Craig Counsell were also seen preparing for the match.

Cubs President Jed Hoyer interacted with reporters, addressing questions and expressing the intention to bolster the pitching staff at the trade deadline, despite some arms nearing returns.

Overall, the day also featured Cubs players preparing and interacting with fans, showcasing the community spirit surrounding the team.