Chicago Cubs Extend Winning Streak to Nine Games with 8-3 Victory Over Reds
CINCINNATI — The Chicago Cubs continued their red-hot streak Thursday, defeating the Cincinnati Reds 8-3 to complete a four-game sweep and extend their winning run to nine games. Michael Conforto led the charge with a perfect 3-for-3 performance, including a home run and two RBIs, while pitcher Shota Imanaga delivered another strong outing.
Dominant Cubs Extend Historic Home Streak
The Cubs (26-12) secured their 15th consecutive home win at Wrigley Field—their longest streak since 1935. A seven-run fourth inning sealed the victory, marking their highest-scoring inning this season.
Reds starter Rhett Lowder (3-3) exited in the fourth with right shoulder tightness after walking the first two batters. Reliever Connor Phillips struggled, allowing both inherited runners to score as Chicago capitalized.
Conforto Shines, Imanaga Stays Sharp
Conforto, filling in for Seiya Suzuki, crushed a solo homer off Lowder in the second inning and made a highlight-reel catch in the fifth to strand two runners.
Imanaga (4-2) dominated with six innings of one-run ball, striking out 10 batters. The left-hander extended his scoreless streak to 12 innings before Sal Stewart’s solo homer in the sixth.
Key Moments & Streaks
- Ian Happ walked in the fourth, extending his on-base streak to 28 games—the second-longest active run in MLB.
- The Reds (20-18) lost their seventh straight, struggling to contain Chicago’s offense.
- Reliever Gavin Hollowell, called up earlier Thursday, surrendered a late homer to Blake Dunn before Daniel Palencia closed the game for his second save.
What’s Next?
- Reds: LHP Nick Lodolo will make his season debut Friday against the Houston Astros.
- Cubs: Chicago has yet to announce a starter for their upcoming game against the Texas Rangers.
With momentum on their side, the Cubs look to keep rolling as they chase their best start in years.
— Reported by Nexio News
