mlb Game Recap
Chicago Downed 3-2 By Cincinnati - Justin Steele Takes Loss
Chicago dropped a 3-2 decision at Great American Ball Park on Friday as Cincinnati legged out a win behind winning pitcher Nick Lodolo.
Bettors who backed the Reds were rewarded as -135 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 8.5.
Nick Lodolo earned the victory for the Reds, throwing 6 innings of work, striking out 7, walking 2, and allowing 4 hits and 1 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Tyler Stephenson in the win.
Chicago got a 1-inning outing from Drew Smyly in the loss. He gave up 0 earned runs, 0 walks and 0 hits in his time on the mound, while Michael Busch had 2 hits in the loss for the Cubs.
Chicago outhit their counterparts 6-5 in the game.
Alexis Diaz pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 1 and allowed 1 hits in his outing.