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While watching from a rooftop,Ben Csikos, left, first-bumps David Paddock after Chicago Cubs left fielder Joc Pederson gets a sacrifice fly brining in Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras during the first inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Wrigley Field. The city has cleared the way for the rooftops near Wrigley Field to host fans at 50% capacity or 50 people within one space.
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While watching from a rooftop,Ben Csikos, left, first-bumps David Paddock after Chicago Cubs left fielder Joc Pederson gets a sacrifice fly brining in Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras during the first inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Wrigley Field. The city has cleared the way for the rooftops near Wrigley Field to host fans at 50% capacity or 50 people within one space.

Baseball is back at Wrigley Field for opening day

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Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant and Ian Happ watch the end of the game on opening day at Wrigley Field. The Pirates defeated the Cubs 5-3.
Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant and Ian Happ watch the end of the game on opening day at Wrigley Field. The Pirates defeated the Cubs 5-3.
The Pittsburgh Pirates celebrate their win on opening day at Wrigley Field. The Pirates defeated the Cubs 5-3.
The Pittsburgh Pirates celebrate their win on opening day at Wrigley Field. The Pirates defeated the Cubs 5-3.
Chicago Cubs fans watch the team leave the field after the loss on opening day at Wrigley Field. The Pirates defeated the Cubs 5-3.
Chicago Cubs fans watch the team leave the field after the loss on opening day at Wrigley Field. The Pirates defeated the Cubs 5-3.
Ryne Sandberg is joined by Chicago Cubs fans from Advocate Aurora Health to sing the seventh-inning stretch.
Ryne Sandberg is joined by Chicago Cubs fans from Advocate Aurora Health to sing the seventh-inning stretch.
Chicago Cubs fans sing the seventh-inning stretch on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs fans sing the seventh-inning stretch on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs pinch hitter Matt Duffy leans out of the way in the seventh inning.
Chicago Cubs pinch hitter Matt Duffy leans out of the way in the seventh inning.
Chicago Cubs fans stay warm on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs fans stay warm on opening day at Wrigley Field.
While watching from a rooftop,Ben Csikos, left, first-bumps David Paddock after Chicago Cubs left fielder Joc Pederson gets a sacrifice fly brining in Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras during the first inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Wrigley Field. The city has cleared the way for the rooftops near Wrigley Field to host fans at 50% capacity or 50 people within one space.
While watching from a rooftop,Ben Csikos, left, first-bumps David Paddock after Chicago Cubs left fielder Joc Pederson gets a sacrifice fly brining in Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras during the first inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Wrigley Field. The city has cleared the way for the rooftops near Wrigley Field to host fans at 50% capacity or 50 people within one space.
Chicago Cubs right fielder Jason Heyward carries a Chicago flag onto the field before facing the Pittsburgh Pirates on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs right fielder Jason Heyward carries a Chicago flag onto the field before facing the Pittsburgh Pirates on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Colin Moran scores behind Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras in the fifth inning.
Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Colin Moran scores behind Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras in the fifth inning.
Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras runs out of his helmet in the third inning after stealing a base and advancing to third .
Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras runs out of his helmet in the third inning after stealing a base and advancing to third .
Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Rex Brothers delivers to the Pittsburgh Pirates in the fourth inning.
Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Rex Brothers delivers to the Pittsburgh Pirates in the fourth inning.
Masked Chicago Cubs fan watch the game on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Masked Chicago Cubs fan watch the game on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes' home run lands between Chicago Cubs fans in the bleachers in the first inning on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Ke’Bryan Hayes’ home run lands between Chicago Cubs fans in the bleachers in the first inning on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras, Joc Pederson and Anthony Rizzo celebrate after Rizzo scored Contreras on a sacrifice fly in the third inning.
Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras, Joc Pederson and Anthony Rizzo celebrate after Rizzo scored Contreras on a sacrifice fly in the third inning.
Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras scores in the third inning.
Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras scores in the third inning.
From left, Christina Rios, Theresa Martin, and Daniel Salinas watch the Chicago Cubs play the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first inning from a rooftop outside Wrigley Field during opening day in Chicago.
From left, Christina Rios, Theresa Martin, and Daniel Salinas watch the Chicago Cubs play the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first inning from a rooftop outside Wrigley Field during opening day in Chicago.
Chicago Cubs second baseman David Bote (13) throws out a Pittsburgh Pirates runner Thursday, April 1, 2021 on opening day at Wrigley Field. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)
Chicago Cubs second baseman David Bote (13) throws out a Pittsburgh Pirates runner Thursday, April 1, 2021 on opening day at Wrigley Field. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)
Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo wears Chicago flag cleats while batting in the first inning.
Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo wears Chicago flag cleats while batting in the first inning.
Chicago Cubs second baseman David Bote, left, tags out Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Michael Perez in a rundown during the fourth inning.
Chicago Cubs second baseman David Bote, left, tags out Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Michael Perez in a rundown during the fourth inning.
Fans cheer as the Chicago Cubs and Pittsburgh Pirates are introduced on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Fans cheer as the Chicago Cubs and Pittsburgh Pirates are introduced on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo watches his RBI sacrifice fly in the third inning.
Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo watches his RBI sacrifice fly in the third inning.
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks delivers the first pitch of the season to Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Adam Frazier in the first inning, April 1, 2021 on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks delivers the first pitch of the season to Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Adam Frazier in the first inning, April 1, 2021 on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs fan Gillian DeLeon holds a sign, April 1, 2021, on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs fan Gillian DeLeon holds a sign, April 1, 2021, on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Dr. Ngozi Ezike throws out a ceremonial first pitch on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Dr. Ngozi Ezike throws out a ceremonial first pitch on opening day at Wrigley Field.
From left, Julia Mareske and Karan Schnidt watch Chicago Cubs and Pittsburgh Pirates players stand for the national anthem from a rooftop outside Wrigley Field during opening day ceremonies.
From left, Julia Mareske and Karan Schnidt watch Chicago Cubs and Pittsburgh Pirates players stand for the national anthem from a rooftop outside Wrigley Field during opening day ceremonies.
Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez (9) is introduced Thursday, April 1, 2021 on opening day at Wrigley Field. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)
Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez (9) is introduced Thursday, April 1, 2021 on opening day at Wrigley Field. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)
Chicago Cubs manager David Ross greets Pittsburgh Pirates manager Derek Shelton before the game.
Chicago Cubs manager David Ross greets Pittsburgh Pirates manager Derek Shelton before the game.
The Pittsburgh Pirates are introduced on opening day at Wrigley Field.
The Pittsburgh Pirates are introduced on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs fans prepare for the game on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs fans prepare for the game on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs fans Matt and Jim Horzen find their seats on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs fans Matt and Jim Horzen find their seats on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs fans take a look at the field as they arrive Thursday, April 1, 2021 on opening day at Wrigley Field. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)
Chicago Cubs fans take a look at the field as they arrive Thursday, April 1, 2021 on opening day at Wrigley Field. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)
Chicago Cubs fans Anne Rousseau cheers after the teams were introduced before the game.
Chicago Cubs fans Anne Rousseau cheers after the teams were introduced before the game.
Chicago Cubs fans find their seats in the upper deck on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs fans find their seats in the upper deck on opening day at Wrigley Field.
The tarp is pulled back before the Chicago Cubs and Pittsburgh Pirates play, April 1, 2021, on opening day at Wrigley Field.
The tarp is pulled back before the Chicago Cubs and Pittsburgh Pirates play, April 1, 2021, on opening day at Wrigley Field.
A man dressed as former Cubs player Frank Chance holds the leash of a dog named Winter while he looks at another dog outside Wrigley Field on April 1, 2021.
A man dressed as former Cubs player Frank Chance holds the leash of a dog named Winter while he looks at another dog outside Wrigley Field on April 1, 2021.
Danielle Morin, left, talks with her mom, Bianca Morin, outside Wrigley Field on April 1, 2021 in Chicago.,
Danielle Morin, left, talks with her mom, Bianca Morin, outside Wrigley Field on April 1, 2021 in Chicago.,
A man walks past a T-shirt vendor outside Wrigley Field in Chicago before the Chicago Cubs play the Pittsburgh Pirates on April 1, 2021.
A man walks past a T-shirt vendor outside Wrigley Field in Chicago before the Chicago Cubs play the Pittsburgh Pirates on April 1, 2021.
Chicago Cubs fans fist bump ushers as they arrive on opening day at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs fans fist bump ushers as they arrive on opening day at Wrigley Field.
A fan uses a touchless ticket scan to enter Wrigley Field before the Chicago Cubs play the Pittsburgh Pirates on April 1, 2021.
A fan uses a touchless ticket scan to enter Wrigley Field before the Chicago Cubs play the Pittsburgh Pirates on April 1, 2021.
Fans walk outside Wrigley Field before the Chicago Cubs play the Pittsburgh Pirates during opening day festivities on April 1, 2021. Last month, Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced more than 8,000 fans, 20% of capacity, will be allowed into the stands to watch the Cubs home opener.
Fans walk outside Wrigley Field before the Chicago Cubs play the Pittsburgh Pirates during opening day festivities on April 1, 2021. Last month, Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced more than 8,000 fans, 20% of capacity, will be allowed into the stands to watch the Cubs home opener.
Fans walks outside Wrigley Field before the Chicago Cubs play the Pittsburgh Pirates, April 1, 2021.
Fans walks outside Wrigley Field before the Chicago Cubs play the Pittsburgh Pirates, April 1, 2021.
Angus the English bulldog stands outside Wrigley Field ahead of the opening day game between the Chicago Cubs and the Pittsburgh Pirates on April 1, 2021.
Angus the English bulldog stands outside Wrigley Field ahead of the opening day game between the Chicago Cubs and the Pittsburgh Pirates on April 1, 2021.
Juan Tovar takes a photo of himself outside Wrigley Field on April 1, 2021.
Juan Tovar takes a photo of himself outside Wrigley Field on April 1, 2021.
The grounds crew prepares the field before the Chicago Cubs and Pittsburgh Pirates play, April 1, 2021, on opening day at Wrigley Field.
The grounds crew prepares the field before the Chicago Cubs and Pittsburgh Pirates play, April 1, 2021, on opening day at Wrigley Field.
A fan walks through the Addison Red Line station near Wrigley Field before the Chicago Cubs play the Pittsburgh Pirates on April 1, 2021.
A fan walks through the Addison Red Line station near Wrigley Field before the Chicago Cubs play the Pittsburgh Pirates on April 1, 2021.
A vendor sells shirts outside Wrigley Field on April 1, 2021, in Chicago.
A vendor sells shirts outside Wrigley Field on April 1, 2021, in Chicago.
Fans take pictures outside Wrigley Field before the Chicago Cubs play the Pittsburgh Pirates on opening day on April 1, 2021.
Fans take pictures outside Wrigley Field before the Chicago Cubs play the Pittsburgh Pirates on opening day on April 1, 2021.
Fans walk inside Wrigley Field before the Chicago Cubs play the Pittsburgh Pirates on opening day .
Fans walk inside Wrigley Field before the Chicago Cubs play the Pittsburgh Pirates on opening day .

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