Cubs adjust lineup ahead of series against Reds
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 12:28 AM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026
The Chicago Cubs are set to face the Cincinnati Reds on Friday, August 28, 2026, after losing 2-0 to the Arizona Diamondbacks in their last game on Wednesday. Manager Craig Counsell has made a lineup change, moving Alex Bregman from third in the order to cleanup as he starts at third base. Bregman has had a mixed season, currently batting.252 with 19 home runs across 131 games. The Cubs hold a two-game lead for the top Wild Card spot as they pursue postseason positioning.
- •Cubs last played on August 26, losing to the Diamondbacks.
- •Bregman will bat cleanup and start at third base against the Reds.
- •Cubs are currently 76-58, second in the NL Central.
- •Chicago has a two-game lead for the top Wild Card position.
- 12:28 AMYahoo Sports — Chicago Cubs Announce Alex Bregman News During Reds Series
- 6:28 PMYahoo Sports — Chicago Cubs Announce Alex Bregman Decision Before Reds Series
"The Chicago Cubs are set to begin a weekend series against the Cincinnati Reds on Friday afternoon.Chicago’s last game came Wednesday when the Cubs fell 2-0 to the Arizona Diamondbacks.Ahead of Friday’s game, which will feature Reds right-hander Rhett Lowder against Cubs righty David Peterson, manager Craig Counsell made a few changes to his lineup.Cubs […] The post Chicago Cubs Announce Alex Bregman Decision Before Reds Series appeared first on HEAVY.
"The Chicago Cubs finish off their series against the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday night. Chicago will be looking to stay hot, as they defeated the Reds by a 17-5 final score in their last game.Despite coming off a blowout win, the Cubs are making some changes to their lineup for their series finale against the […] The post Chicago Cubs Announce Alex Bregman News During Reds Series appeared first on HEAVY.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 31, 2026, 12:28 AMChicago Cubs Announce Alex Bregman News During Reds Series
The Chicago Cubs finish off their series against the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday night. Chicago will be looking to stay hot, as they defeated the Reds by a 17-5 final score in their last game.Despite coming off a blowout win, the Cubs are making some changes to their lineup for their series finale against the […] The post Chicago Cubs Announce Alex Bregman News During Reds Series appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 6:28 PMChicago Cubs Announce Alex Bregman Decision Before Reds Series
The Chicago Cubs are set to begin a weekend series against the Cincinnati Reds on Friday afternoon.Chicago’s last game came Wednesday when the Cubs fell 2-0 to the Arizona Diamondbacks.Ahead of Friday’s game, which will feature Reds right-hander Rhett Lowder against Cubs righty David Peterson, manager Craig Counsell made a few changes to his lineup.Cubs […] The post Chicago Cubs Announce Alex Bregman Decision Before Reds Series appeared first on HEAVY.
Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- MLB•Oct 17, 2026, 6:59 AMBraves' disappointing $18M Silver Slugger went off the grid following second PED suspension
MLB•Oct 17, 2026, 5:40 AMBrewers fans won’t want to miss Jimmy Rollins’ honest admission
MLB•Oct 17, 2026, 5:33 AMStephen A. Smith convinced MLB salary cap is imminent even after Dodgers lost NLCS to Brewers
MLB•Oct 17, 2026, 5:31 AM"Wasn't The Same Guy This Season": Dodgers Told to Make Urgent Shohei Ohtani Call After Loss to Brewers
MLB•Oct 17, 2026, 4:37 AMRays’ Kevin Cash names his Game 4 starter after Friday’s postponement
MLB•Oct 17, 2026, 4:13 AMNew York Yankees’ Latest Candidate Rumors Float Amid Aaron Boone Buzz
