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Cubs Snap Four-Game Skid With Shutout Win Over Braves
The Chicago Cubs halted a four-game losing streak with a 2–0 shutout victory over the Atlanta Braves on May 14, 2026. Five Cubs pitchers combined for the shutout, while Ian Happ delivered the only run support with a solo home run. Ben Brown started and earned praise with a dominant performance: four shutout innings, one hit allowed and seven strikeouts. Hoby Milner, Phil Maton, Jacob Webb and Daniel Palencia followed with scoreless relief, with Palencia earning his third save of the season. The team’s balanced pitching display helped the club regain momentum in the National League East contest.