WATCH: Michael Busch blasts leadoff homer against Yankees

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Chicago Cubs first baseman Michael Busch wasted no time getting things started on Sunday, launching a leadoff home run against the New York Yankees to give the Cubs an early 1-0 lead.

The blast marked his 19th of the season and traveled an estimated 390 feet.

It was also his first leadoff homer in his first leadoff start.

Watch the leadoff homer below:

Michael Busch - Chicago Cubs (19)
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