Reds defeat Cubs 7-5 as Sal Stewart homers for third straight game

Sal Stewart homered for the third consecutive game to help the Cincinnati Reds defeat the Chicago Cubs 7-5 on Sunday night in Chicago. The game, which followed a 25-minute rain delay, saw Cincinnati take the rubber match of the series after previously losing six of seven matchups. Dane Myers hit a go-ahead solo homer in the fifth, and Tyler Stephenson followed with a two-run shot to build a 6-3 lead. Reds pitcher Chase Burns earned the win, allowing three runs over 5 2/3 innings, while closer Emilio Pagán recorded his 19th save despite allowing a solo home run to Pete Crow-Armstrong in the ninth. Elly De La Cruz exited the game in the fifth inning with left quad tightness. The Reds now travel to play the Padres, while the Cubs prepare to host the Brewers.

• 3:24 AMYahoo Sports — Rookie Sal Stewart homers for the 3rd straight game, helping the Reds beat the Cubs 7-5