The Cubs were able to bounce back from two difficult losses with a much-needed offensive explosion Sunday afternoon to split the series against the Reds. Cincinnati melted down in the 8th inning and Chicago took advantage, turning the tied game into a blowout.
The Cubs grabbed the lead in the top of the 1st when Cody Bellinger singled home a run against rookie starter Carson Spiers. Jameson Taillon gave it right up in the bottom of the frame, surrendering back-to-back solo shots to TJ Friedl and Spencer Steer.