Reds Report:Rains, then pours: Reds blow early lead, lose on late HR in Chicago

The Cincinnati Reds waited more than 3 hours to play, then blew an early 4-0 lead in a 7-5 loss to the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ [Read in browser]( Reds Report Sun Jun 2 2024 [Rains, then pours: Reds blow early lead, lose on late HR in Chicago]( [June 1, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Rain at Wrigley Field.]( The Cincinnati Reds waited more than 3 hours to play, then blew an early 4-0 lead in a 7-5 loss to the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. [READ MORE]( Advertisement [May 31, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Cincinnati Reds third baseman Santiago Espinal (4) celebrates with Jonathan India (6) after hitting a two-run home run during the seventh inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Melissa Tamez-USA TODAY Sports]( [Reds look to carry winning momentum into June]( Hunter Greene will oppose Cubs left-hander Justin Steele in the second game of the three-game set at Wrigley Field. [READ MORE]( [May 31, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Cincinnati Reds pinch hitter Santiago Espinal (4) hits a two-run home run during the seventh inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Melissa Tamez-USA TODAY Sports]( [For subscribers] [Why October starts – or ends – in June for Cincinnati Reds]( A miserable May for the Cincinnati Reds sets the stage for a critical June filled with chances to gain ground against division opponents. [READ MORE]( [CINCINNATI, OHIO - MAY 8: Graham Ashcraft #51 of the Cincinnati Reds pitches to Corbin Carroll #7 of the Arizona Diamondbacks during the top of the first inning at Great American Ball Park on May 8, 2024 in Cincinnati, Ohio.]( [Reds hope to right ship at struggling Cubs on Friday afternoon at Wrigley Field]( Both teams have struggled in May. The Reds, last in the NL Central, are 8-18 while the Cubs have gone 10-17. [READ MORE]( [The Cincinnati Reds retired their Viking-themed home run celebration this season, turning the page on one of baseball's most unique traditions. If you miss the celebration, here are some of our favorite photos from last season. Here, catcher Tyler Stephenson is given the helmet and cape by Jonathan India, left, and Kevin Newman after hitting a two-run homer against the San Diego Padres on June 30 at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati.]( [Our favorite Reds Viking photos as the team retires the tradition]( The “Viking era” will be remembered for the Reds’ return to relevance in the playoff picture after a 100-loss season in 2022. [READ MORE]( Sign up for the news you want Exclusive newsletters are part of your subscription, don’t miss out! We’re always working to add benefits for subscribers like you. [SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔]( Advertisement SUBSCRIBE TODAY Our Reporting. Your Stories. • Full access to subscriber-only content on all devices. • Share bonus subscription with a family member or friend. • The universal eNewspaper, the digital version of our print paper, plus bonus monthly magazines and hundreds of local papers. • Original reporting of our hometown teams, from high school sports to the pros. [SUBSCRIBE TODAY]( Time for a break! Brighten your day with one of our games. [Crosswords]( [USA TODAY Crossword]( [Our premier puzzle for crossword fans.]( [Sudoku]( [Challenge your left-brain from Easy to Expert.]( [Quick Cross]( [Our daily mini crossword is perfect for a quick brain break.]( [SEE ALL GAMES]( [Newsletters]( | [eNewspaper]( | [Crosswords]( Follow Us Problem viewing email? [View in browser]( [Unsubscribe]( • [Manage Newsletters]( • [Terms of Service]( • [Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights]( • [Privacy Notice]( • [Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy]( • [Feedback](