Tough Day at Wrigley: Reds Take Down Cubs
It was a gloomy day for us at Wrigley Field, folks. Our beloved Chicago Cubs fell to the Cincinnati Reds with a final score of 5-2. Let's break down what happened in this matchup.A Quiet Start Turns Sour
The game began with promise, as both teams started off scoreless in the 1st inning. Our boys, including Nico Hoerner, Seiya Suzuki, and Cody Bellinger, showed some initial fight, but couldn't capitalize early on. The Reds, however, found their stride in the 2nd inning, leaving us trailing 4-0 after a home run by TJ Friedl that brought in three runs.
Cubs Show Glimpses of Hope
Despite the early setback, the Cubs showed resilience. In the 5th, Bellinger singled to center, bringing Hoerner home and putting us on the board. Another run followed in the 6th, narrowing the gap to 5-2.
Struggles at the Plate Continue
Unfortunately, our Cubs couldn’t maintain momentum. Despite several chances, including a promising set-up in the 9th with Michael Busch walking and Pete Crow-Armstrong stepping in as a pinch hitter, the team couldn't close the gap. Suzuki's final strikeout looking was a heartbreaking end to a tough game.Reflecting on the Game
While it's tough to watch our Cubs fall, there are takeaways and moments that hint at the potential within this team. Bellinger showed up when we needed him, and Hoerner was consistent at bat. However, the Reds’ early lead was too much to overcome, with their hitters finding spaces our pitchers struggled to defend.This game, while a loss, is just one of many. We’ve seen what our Cubs can do and know they’ll come back fighting. Here’s to shaking off today’s dust and looking forward to the next game. Go Cubs Go!
Scoreboard for Reds @ Cubs (June 2nd, 2024)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0 |
| 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 10 | 0 |