Cincinnati at Chicago Cubs 2:20 ET
Reds over Cubs- Cincinnati’s Nick Lodolo (4-2, 3.12 ERA) has been tough to hit this season allowing just 29 hits in 40.3 innings. In his two appearances against Chicago were two years ago going 0-1 with a 4.75 ERA with 11 strikeouts in nine innings. Rookie Ben Brown (1-1, 2.72) gets the nod for the home Cubbies and the 6’6” 24 year old has been impressive allowing just 32 hits in 46.3 innings. and he has 55 strikeouts. The converted reliever threw seven no-hit innings before being yanked after 93 pitches against Milwaukee. Reds blew a 4-run lead yesterday as Del la Cruz continues to slump. Baby bears haven’t scored a run in Browns last two starts. Take CINCINNATI!