The Cubs’ offensive rut resurfaced in Sunday’s 5-2 loss to the Reds.
The Cubs (29-31) were 1-for-11 with runners in scoring position. Entering Sunday’s game, the Cubs had the sixth-lowest batting average with RISP (.226) and the 12th-lowest OPS.
The Cubs have now lost six straight series and sit 7.5 games back of the Brewers in the National League Central. They’re now 7-12 against divisional teams this season.
“We didn’t create a lot of pressure overall,” manager Craig Counsell said. “[Reds starter Nick Lodolo] is a good pitcher, but we had some rallies; they stopped with a man on second and [we] couldn’t get the next hit to cause a big inning and put the pressure on him.