Chicago Cubs’ Alex Bregman Delivers Tiebreaking Homer, Bullpen Secures 5-3 Win Over Reds The Chicago Cubs overcame a rocky offensive start and a late rally by the Cincinnati Reds to secure a 5-3 victory Saturday at Great American Ballpark. The game, which marked the middle of a crucial first-half series, featured a dramatic seventh-inning home run from star slugger Alex Bregman, who broke a 3-3 tie and propelled the Cubs to their second win in the three-game set. The victory also highlighted the resilience of the Cubs’ bullpen, which held the Reds in check during a tense ninth inning to preserve the win. Bregman’s game-winning home run, his eighth of the season, came off the pitch of Reds starter Julian Garcia. The two-run blast not only shifted momentum but also marked a turning point for the Cubs, who had struggled to score consistently in the series. Prior to Saturday’s game, the team had been held scoreless in the opener, a 4-0 loss, and had only managed three runs in the previous two games. Bregman’s swing, however, reignited their offensive potential, setting the stage for a decisive victory. The Cubs’ offense finally broke through in the fifth inning when Seiya Suzuki’s RBI single off Reds pitcher Nick Lodolo plated the first run of the game. The momentum continued in the sixth, as Carson Kelly’s home run tied the score at 2-2. However, the Reds quickly responded with a run in the bottom of the inning, thanks to a solo home run by JJ Bleday, who homered on the first pitch from Drew Pomeranz. The tie forced the Cubs’ bullpen to step in, and the relief corps delivered in critical moments. Caleb Thielbar and Jacob Webb combined for a scoreless sixth and seventh innings, setting the stage for a dramatic ninth.#chicago_cubs #cincinnati_reds #alex_bregman #great_american_ballpark #julian_garcia
Josh Lowe and Nathaniel Lowe Reunite Before Angels-Reds Game in Tribute to Their Mother Before Friday’s game at Great American Ball Park, Josh Lowe and Nathaniel Lowe shared a heartfelt moment that transcended the baseball field. The two brothers, who had not faced each other in a regular season game since their mother, Wendy, passed away in March at the age of 60 from glioblastoma, found themselves on opposite sides of the diamond for the first time since her death. The occasion was both a personal milestone and a symbolic tribute to their late mother, whose resilience during her battle with the aggressive brain cancer had left a lasting impact on both sons. The brothers’ reunion took place during batting practice, as the Reds concluded their session and the Angels prepared to take theirs. The moment was described as a “family reunion of sorts” by those present, with Mike Trout joining the conversation and the atmosphere filled with camaraderie. For Nathaniel Lowe, the game carried deep emotional weight. He had previously reflected on his mother’s fight against cancer, stating in March that her 33-month battle was “something pretty special.” He expressed gratitude for her life and the strength she provided, emphasizing that her passing allowed her to “rest” after enduring such a difficult illness. The game itself became a platform for both brothers to honor their mother’s memory. In Friday’s 10-2 Angels victory over the Reds, Josh Lowe emerged as a standout performer, snapping out of a 3-for-33 slump with a 2-for-5 showing that included a solo home run. Nathaniel, meanwhile, entered the game as a pinch runner for Sal Stewart in the eighth inning and played first base in the ninth.#kurt_suzuki #josh_lowe #nathaniel_lowe #wendy_lowe #great_american_ballpark
