Justin Steele Pitches a 2-hitter for His First Career Complete Game as Cubs Beat Angels

Justin Steele Pitches a 2-hitter for His First Career Complete Game as Cubs Beat Angels
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Justin Steele throws the ball during the first inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels in Chicago on July 5, 2024. Melissa Tamez/AP Photo
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CHICAGO—Justin Steele pitched a two-hitter for his first career complete game, Seiya Suzuki homered and the Chicago Cubs beat the Los Angeles Angels 5–1 on Friday.

Steele (1–3) dazzled in his first victory in 13 starts this season. The left-hander threw 95 pitches, striking out seven and walking two, while lowering his ERA from 3.20 to 2.95.