mlb Game Recap
Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago Cubs Recap - Cubs Over Reds 5-3
Cincinnati dropped a 5-3 decision at Wrigley Field on Thursday as Chicago legged out a win behind winning pitcher Jameson Taillon.
Bettors who backed the Cubs were rewarded as -160 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 10.
Chicago got 5 innings from Jameson Taillon, who gave up 2 earned runs on 7 hits, while striking out 5. Jameson Taillon earned the victory, while the Cubs got 1 RBIs from Yan Gomes in the win.
Cincinnati got a 3-inning outing from Luke Weaver in the loss. He gave up 4 earned runs, 4 walks and 4 hits in his time on the mound, while Will Benson had 2 hits in the loss for the Reds.
Cincinnati enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 8-7 advantage in hits.
Adbert Alzolay pitched the final 1.1 innings for the save. He struck out 2 and allowed 0 hits in his outing.
Next game, Chicago takes its act home to face Atlanta looking for another win. For Cincinnati, they head home to face Washington.