The Arizona Diamondbacks' early-inning difficulties continued on Friday at Wrigley Field, as Arizona fell shy of a comeback victory against the Chicago Cubs by a score of 6-5 .

Right-hander Zac Gallen, who exited his last start early after being struck by a comebacker, gave up three runs in the first inning. That set the tone for what would become yet another short, ineffective outing by a D-backs starting pitcher .

Set up with the early deficit, the D-backs fought back with a four-run sixth inning, but could not find a way to plate the tying run.

D-backs' Zac Gallen struggles vs Cubs

Apr 18, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Zac Gallen (23) throws against the Toronto Blue Jays in the first inning at Chase Field.…