Ian Happ’s Explosive First-Inning Homer Shatters Cubs History with Unforgettable Power

Happ hit a three-run homer in the first inning of the National League Division Series.

Ian Happ's first-inning homer makes history for Cubs — The Cubs’ Ian Happ rounds the bases after hitting a home run during the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field on Oct. 9, 2025.

Something about the first inning gives the Cubs’ offense a jolt.

Maybe manager Craig Counsell gives the best pregame speeches. But whatever the reason, the Cubs have shown up to start games, and that continued Thursday.

Wrigley was rocking early 😤 pic.twitter.com/uVcFSQJXl3

— MLB (@MLB) October 10, 2025

With runners on first and second, left fielder Ian Happ belted a three-run homer to left field to give the Cubs an early 3-0 lead. His homer allowed the Cubs to become the first team with a first-inning homer in four consecutive playoff games in the same postseason, according to ESPN stats and info.

It was a big moment for Happ, who has struggled throughout the playoffs. He entered Thursday with a 45.8% strikeout rate in the playoffs. He was batting .095/.174/.286 in the playoffs.

Entering Thursday, Vaughn was batting .286/.444/.714 in the playoffs.

We can safely say it’s good enough for the Cubs, who don’t believe in “World Series or bust.”

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