On June 4, 2026, the Chicago Cubs lost to the Oakland Athletics in extra innings. This loss marked a significant milestone as the Cubs became the first team in Major League Baseball (MLB) history to lose eight consecutive home games after previously winning 15 straight at home.
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Cubs Set Record with Eight Consecutive Home Losses Following Extra-Inning Defeat
The Chicago Cubs experienced a record-setting loss on June 4, 2026, when they fell to the Oakland Athletics in extra innings. This defeat made them the first team in MLB history to lose eight straight games at home after winning 15 consecutive home games.
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