Edward Cabrera made an immediate impact in his first appearance for the Chicago Cubs following his offseason acquisition. The start was his debut with the team, which occurred after a trade that sent top prospect Owen Caissie to the Miami Marlins.

Cabrera's Dominant Debut Performance

Recap of the Outing

Facing the Angels on Monday, Cabrera was nearly unhittable, demonstrating the very skills that prompted the Cubs to pursue him. The Dominican right-hander delivered six scoreless innings of work.

During his impressive outing, Cabrera allowed just one hit and issued only one walk. He struck out five batters and kept his pitch count low, throwing 80 pitches in total for the day.

A Career Year in 2025

Cabrera is coming off a career year with his former team, the Marlins, in 2025. That season saw him achieve career highs across several categories, including 137 ⅔ innings pitched, 150 strikeouts, and eight wins.

His 2025 campaign was also highlighted by increased durability, resulting in a solid 3.53 earned run average (ERA).

Offensive Support and Final Score

Cubs Offense Powers Victory

The Cubs offense provided ample support for their new starter, securing a decisive 7-2 win over the Angels. Chicago’s scoring was powered by multi-RBI performances from both Carson Kelly and Moises Ballesteros.

Ian Happ also contributed significantly to the scoreboard with a solo home run, marking his third of the current season.

Manager and Catcher Praise

Manager Craig Counsell expressed high praise for Cabrera following the game, noting the potential synergy between the pitcher and catcher.

“With Eddie's stuff, if we get into that mode, it’s going to be a tough night for hitters,” Counsell stated, adding that Carson Kelly felt very comfortable calling any pitch in any count.

Catcher Carson Kelly echoed the positive sentiment, pointing to Cabrera’s composure as a key factor in his success. “Slow heartbeat,” Kelly remarked. “I think that’s what you’re looking for in a guy like that. He was tremendous tonight -- had good command of everything.”

Cabrera's Personal Reflection

Cabrera himself focused on the team aspect of his performance when speaking through team translator Fredy Quevedo Jr. “For me, just the entire game,” he said. “Going out there and being able to help the team win.”

Looking Ahead for Chicago

The Cubs now aim to capitalize on this momentum as they look to close out the series with wins on Tuesday and Wednesday. Achieving those victories would mark the team's first series sweep of the season.

As for Cabrera, his next start is scheduled for Sunday. He will take the mound for the series finale against the Cleveland Guardians.