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. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images | Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images Gallen only managed to complete 3.2 innings on the day, giving up seven hits and three walks in the process, on the way to allowing all six of Chicago's runs.…