David Banks - USA Today Sports
David Banks - USA Today Sports

WATCH: Happ with a spectacular catch to ensure Cubs victory


by - Senior Editor -

Ian Happ had the defensive game of his life against the Pirates on Friday afternoon as he had three impressive diving catches during the Cubs 3-1 win.

The final diving catch ended the game and help ensure the Cubs victory as reliever Pedro Strop pumped his fist in excitement over the play. Pirates Josh Harrison looked in disbelief as he was robbed of a RBI and extra-base hits.

The Cubs have now won 10 out of their last 12 games.

Here is the final play of the game:

Happ saved a run in the third inning with this catch:

Happ made another beautiful defensive play in the sixth inning:

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