Cubs Break Franchise Record with 8 Home Runs, 3 by Michael Busch
- On July 4, 2025, the Chicago Cubs smashed eight home runs during their 11-3 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals at Wrigley Field, establishing a new team record for most homers in a single game.
- The record-breaking offensive display followed several seasons of strong hitting, with Cubs players like Michael Busch and Pete Crow-Armstrong developing into key power threats.
- Michael Busch hit three home runs, including a solo shot in the seventh inning that set the single-game homer record, while Crow-Armstrong added two homers and both went 4-for-4 driving seven team runs.
- Busch highlighted the significance of achieving his first career three-homer game at Wrigley Field, while Crow-Armstrong reflected on valuing their current achievements and staying focused on future efforts.
- The performance extended the Cubs' lead in the NL Central to 6.5 games and underscored their status as a top offensive team and formidable postseason contender in 2025.
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