The Chicago Cubs had a dominant performance in their game against the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, as they secured a 13-4 victory to salvage the series finale. The Cubs’ offense was firing on all cylinders, racking up 17 hits and nine doubles, with key contributions from players like Ian Happ, Seiya Suzuki, and Cody Bellinger.
Ian Happ, a former University of Cincinnati attendee, had a standout performance, going 3-for-4 with a home run and three RBIs. Happ has had great success at Great American Ball Park, boasting 18 home runs and 49 RBIs in 56 career games at the venue. Seiya Suzuki also made his presence felt with a pair of doubles and three RBIs.
Cody Bellinger had a big game as well, contributing three hits, two runs, and two RBIs. The Cubs’ offense overwhelmed Reds pitcher Nick Lodolo, who gave up 11 hits and eight runs over his outing. Kyle Hendricks picked up the win for the Cubs, allowing three runs on four hits over five innings.
The Cubs got off to a hot start, scoring six runs in the first three innings to take a commanding lead. The offense continued to produce throughout the game, with Happ’s tape measure home run in the sixth inning putting the game out of reach for the Reds.
Overall, it was a complete team effort for the Cubs, who showed off their offensive firepower and solid pitching to secure the win. The victory was a much-needed boost for the Cubs, who had struggled against the Reds earlier in the season.
With this impressive performance, the Cubs will look to build on their momentum as they continue their push for a postseason berth. Fans can expect more exciting games and standout performances from this talented Cubs team as they strive for success in the remainder of the season.
