The Cubs looked to get back on track against the last-place Cincinnati Reds at a rain-drenched Great American Ball Park Friday. Thanks to a fast start on offense and a quality effort from Jon Lester, Chicago got the no-sweat win.
The Cubs greeted Homer Bailey rudely after a 90-minute rain delay, rapping five straight hits in the top of the 1st. Anthony Rizzo, Willson Contreras, and Addison Russell all had RBI singles in the frame. That 3-0 lead was more than enough cushion for Lester, who was great in six one-run Innings.
The rain fell for most of the game and the only real drama was whether the game would be delayed after it had begun.