The Chicago Cubs are catching a massive break not having to face off against one of the Los Angeles Dodgers stars.

TOKYO – The Tokyo Dome video board lit up Sunday night with the words “ CUBS WIN,” flashing between English and Japanese. Clark, the team mascot, waved a “W” flag in center field. And “Go Cubs Go” played over the loudspeakers, celebrating the team’s first exhibition game win.

Playing the Over on runs is a strong bet, as the starting pitchers may not be fully stretched out, and the Tokyo Dome is referred to as “Homer Heaven.” It is a hitter’s park, which can favor the Dodgers against a starter with fly-ball tendencies.