Cincinnati Reds pummeled by the Cubs in the 2026 home finale

The Chicago Cubs dominated the Cincinnati Reds 9-1 in Cincinnati's final home game of 2026, with the Cubs building an insurmountable lead through a four-run third inning. Pete Crow-Armstrong hit his 45th home run of the season and Pedro Ramirez drove in multiple runs as Chicago's offense overwhelmed Reds pitcher Rhett Lowder. The Reds managed only four hits in the loss, with JJ Bleday accounting for their lone run on a solo home run in the fourth inning. The Cubs improved to 87-69 while Cincinnati fell to 72-84.

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