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Bregman’s 2-Run Homer in the 7th Propels the Cubs to a 5-3 Victory over the Reds

Bregman was 2-for-18 in a slump before his eighth homer put Chicago ahead for good.

  • On Saturday night in Cincinnati, Alex Bregman hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning to lift the Chicago Cubs past the Cincinnati Reds 5-3.
  • Solo home runs from Nathaniel Lowe, Eugenio Suarez, and JJ Bleday provided all of Cincinnati's scoring, yet the Reds fell to 6-21 against NL Central opponents.
  • Carson Kelly and Michael Busch sparked Chicago's rally after Reds starter Nick Lodolo exited in the sixth inning due to a blister on his left index finger.
  • Reliever Drew Pomeranz earned the win despite allowing a run, while Trent Thornton secured his third save after inducing a game-ending ground out from Sal Stewart.
  • Sunday's series finale features Cubs left-hander Matthew Boyd facing Reds pitcher Lefty Andrew Abbott as Chicago seeks to maintain momentum.
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Chicago Cubs 5, Cincinnati 3

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WCPO Cincinnati broke the news in Cincinnati, United States on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
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