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MLB: Chi. Cubs 8, San Francisco 1

SAN FRANSCISCO, Calif., May 11 (UPI) -- Jacque Jones had three hits, two runs and four RBI Wednesday night as the Chicago Cubs blasted San Francisco, 8-1.

Juan Pierre had a run and two hits; and Matt Murton had a hit and two runs for the Cubs (15-18), who broke an eight-game losing streak.

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Winning pitcher Victor Zambrano (1-2) gave up one run and five hits in eight innings with five walks and six strikeouts.

Steve Finley had two hits and an RBI; and Omar Vizquel scored the lone run for the Giants (16-18), who have won only three times in their last eight games.

Loser Matt Cain (1-5) was tagged for eight runs and seven hits in 5 1/3 innings. He had two walks and two strikeouts.

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