Nico Hoerner powers Cubs to rout, second sweep of Pirates

Nico Hoerner homered and hit a two-run triple Wednesday as the visiting Chicago Cubs completed a three-game series sweep of the Pittsburgh Pirates with an 8-3 win.

Ian Happ added a two-run double and Nick Madrigal a two-run single for the Cubs, who are on a 10-2 run.

Chicago starter Kyle Hendricks (3-2) gave up three runs (one earned) on two hits in 6 1/3 innings, with two strikeouts and three walks.

Josh Palacios hit