Cincinnati Reds secure series victory against Chicago Cubs with seven runs

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Cincinnati Reds secure series victory against Chicago Cubs with seven runs
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The Cincinnati Reds defeated the Chicago Cubs 7-5 on Sunday night at Wrigley Field to clinch the series. Cincinnati relied on power hitting, recording four home runs during the contest. Hector Rodriguez hit a three-run homer, while Dane Myers, Tyler Stephenson, and Sal Stewart added individual solo shots to build the lead. Chicago’s Pete Crow-Armstrong recorded two home runs in the effort, marking his fifth total in two days. Reds pitcher Chase Burns earned the win, allowing two earned runs over 5.2 innings. During the game, Cincinnati infielder Elly De La Cruz left early due to quad tightness, though manager Terry Francona indicated he may be available to return as soon as the next game.

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  • The Cincinnati Reds defeated the Chicago Cubs 7-5 on Sunday.
  • Hector Rodriguez, Dane Myers, Tyler Stephenson, and Sal Stewart each recorded home runs.
  • Pete Crow-Armstrong hit two home runs for the Chicago Cubs.
  • Chase Burns pitched 5.2 innings and allowed two earned runs.
  • Elly De La Cruz exited the game with quad tightness.
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The win gave the Reds the series victory over the Cubs in Wrigley.

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