The Chicago Cubs are set to extend their impressive home win streak as they host the Cincinnati Reds. The game will take place on Tuesday at 7:40 p.m. EDT in Chicago. Currently, the Cubs hold a strong 23-12 overall record, with an outstanding 12-game winning streak at home. Meanwhile, the Reds, standing at 20-15, are looking to improve their 10-7 road record.
Cubs vs. Reds: Game Preview
Both teams have been performing well this season. The Cubs lead the National League Central with a .352 on-base percentage, the top mark in their league. In contrast, the Reds sit third in the same division.
Pitching Probables
- Reds: Andrew Abbott (1-2, 5.97 ERA, 1.67 WHIP, 24 strikeouts)
- Cubs: Jameson Taillon (2-1, 4.41 ERA, 1.15 WHIP, 31 strikeouts)
Recent Performance
In their last ten games, the Cubs have secured seven victories, maintaining a .240 batting average with a 5.07 ERA. The Reds, on the other hand, have struggled slightly, winning only four of their previous ten matchups with a .251 batting average and a 7.00 ERA.
Top Performers
- Cubs:
- Nico Hoerner: 4 home runs, 13 walks, 27 RBIs, batting .299
- Seiya Suzuki: 14 for 38 with 4 home runs and 7 RBIs in the last 10 games
- Reds:
- Elly De La Cruz: 16 extra base hits (6 doubles, 10 home runs)
- Nathaniel Lowe: 10 for 35 with 5 home runs and 10 RBIs in the last 10 games
Injury Updates
Both teams are dealing with several injuries that could impact their performance:
- Cubs Injuries:
- Jordan Wicks: 15-Day IL (forearm)
- Ethan Roberts: 15-Day IL (finger)
- Riley Martin: 15-Day IL (elbow)
- Hunter Harvey: 15-Day IL (tricep)
- Porter Hodge: 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Caleb Thielbar: 15-Day IL (hamstring)
- Shelby Miller: 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Justin Steele: 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Christopher Austin: 60-Day IL (knee)
- Cade Horton: 60-Day IL (forearm)
- Reds Injuries:
- Brandon Williamson: 15-Day IL (shoulder)
- Caleb Ferguson: 15-Day IL (oblique)
- Nick Lodolo: 15-Day IL (finger)
- Eugenio Suarez: 10-Day IL (oblique)
- Hunter Greene: 60-Day IL (elbow)
The Cubs will aim to capitalize on their home advantage and keep their winning momentum alive against the Reds on Tuesday.
