6-straight LOSSES. Walk-Off Walk DOOMS Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago Cubs | Live MLB Recap Highlights

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The Cincinnati Reds (20-16) and Chicago Cubs (24-12) face off in the third game of a four-game set on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 7:40 PM EDT at Wrigley Field. The Cubs enter this matchup as one of the hottest teams in MLB, sporting a seven-game winning streak and a 13-game home win streak at Wrigley, leading the NL Central. Conversely, the Reds have dropped five straight games, slipping in the division standings.
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Pitching Matchup: Brady Singer vs. Colin Rea
The Reds send RHP Brady Singer (2-2, 5.57 ERA) to the mound, hoping he can break their losing streak. Singer has struggled on the road this season, allowing three or more runs in his last three road outings. He has allowed seven home runs in just 29.2 innings in 2026.

The Cubs counter with RHP Colin Rea (4-1, 4.41 ERA), who has been solid since joining the rotation, despite a rough patch against the Dodgers. While the Reds had success against Rea in 2025, his most recent start against them on September 18, 2025, was dominant (7 innings, 1 run, 11 strikeouts).

Key Performers & Trends
Chicago Cubs: The Cubs' offense has been stellar, ranking top five in the NL in runs and hits, with a team-leading .352 on-base percentage. Michael Busch has been a hero, producing key hits in the first two games of the series, while Seiya Suzuki and Nico Hoerner continue to pace the offense.

Cincinnati Reds: Elly De La Cruz remains the top offensive threat for Cincinnati, leading the team with 10 home runs, though the team's overall hitting has slumped during the current five-game skid. TJ Friedl has provided a spark, hitting .263 over his last 10 games.

Prediction & Game Outlook
Given the current trajectories—the Cubs' dominance at home and the Reds' recent offensive struggles—Chicago enters as a significant favorite. The Cubs have found ways to win close games in this series, walking it off in consecutive nights. The Reds will need a massive turnaround from Singer to stifle a potent Chicago lineup.Odds: Cubs -172, Reds +144 (Over/Under 8 runs)

Prediction: Cubs to continue their home win streak, likely covering the run line.Catch the game on Marquee Sports Network (Chicago) or Reds.TV (Cincinnati).