Chicago Cubs vs. Boston Red Sox: Sep 27, 2026

Ballesteros went 1-for-4 with a grand slam in Monday's 9-7 loss against the Padres.

Boyd did not factor into the decision Monday, allowing five runs on eight hits and two walks over four-plus innings against the Padres. He struck out four.

Mayer went 2-for-3 with a walk, an RBI and a run scored in Monday's 5-0 win over Toronto.

Suarez (2-2) earned the win over Toronto on Monday, allowing one hit and issuing one walk while striking out 10 batters over eight scoreless innings.