Cubs and Reds Continue Tight NL Central Battle
Chicago and Cincinnati face off in the second game of their series, both teams eyeing a crucial win.
- Cincinnati leads the season series 6-2 against Chicago.
- Both teams have identical records heading into the game, sitting just below .500.
- Cubs recently acquired Isaac Paredes in a trade, aiming to bolster their future lineup.
- Key pitchers for the game include Justin Steele for the Cubs and Frankie Montas for the Reds.
- Cincinnati's Elly De La Cruz and Chicago's Ian Happ are standout performers to watch.
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