Reds Fail to Mount a Comeback Against Cubs Bullpen, Lose 5-2

The Reds lost to the Cubs 5-2 in Cincinnati's final home night game of 2026, with the Cubs' bullpen shutting down any Cincinnati comeback attempts. Nick Lodolo allowed three runs through seven innings for the Reds, while Matthew Boyd earned the win for Chicago. Michael Busch's solo home run in the sixth inning proved decisive, breaking a 2-2 tie and giving the Cubs a lead they maintained through the eighth and ninth innings.

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