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Cubs Beat Reds 7-3 to Clinch Series and Extend NL Central Lead

A balanced attack propelled Chicago after Taillon delivered his third straight strong outing in the finale.

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

  • The Cubs improved to 37–22 by edging the Reds 7–3 in Sunday’s finale to secure a series victory and extend their lead atop the NL Central.
  • Jameson Taillon earned his third consecutive win with 6⅓ innings of two-run ball, lowering his ERA to 3.86 and boosting his season strikeout total to 51.
  • Seiya Suzuki extended his hitting streak to 11 games, going 17-for-43 (.395) during the run and delivering key extra-base hits earlier in the series.
  • Pete Crow-Armstrong continues to power Chicago’s lineup, leading the team with 15 home runs and a .557 slugging percentage.
  • Cincinnati, without left fielder Austin Hays, saw Elly De La Cruz hit his 11th homer and drive in 40 runs but could not overcome Chicago’s balanced offense.