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Busch’s Blast Powers Cubs to 7-3 Victory over Reds

Chicago improved to 37–22 behind Busch’s eighth homer of the season, deepening concerns for an injury-hit Cincinnati roster ahead of Milwaukee’s visit.

Jun 1, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Milwaukee Brewers first base Jake Bauers (9) celebrates win against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Jun 2, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Milwaukee Brewers designated hitter Christian Yelich (22) high fives teammates after hitting a solo home run in the third inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
May 28, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki (27) gestures after hitting a one-run double against the Colorado Rockies during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Michael Busch delivered a two-run homer in the third inning and an RBI single in the fifth to drive in three runs for Chicago.
  • Jameson Taillon picked up his third consecutive win with 6⅓ innings of two‐run ball, striking out six and walking one.
  • The Cubs have won six of their last seven games, moving 15 games above .500 and closing out a 5-1 homestand.
  • Cincinnati managed just four hits over two games, lost two of three at Wrigley Field and saw Austin Hays land on the 10-day IL while Kyle Tucker exited Sunday’s game with a jammed finger.
  • Milwaukee arrives in Cincinnati on a four-game road win streak and will start Aaron Civale against Brady Singer in Monday’s series opener.