mlb Game Recap
Cincinnati Tops Chicago 3-2 - Recap
Chicago dropped a 3-2 decision at Great American Ball Park on Friday as Cincinnati legged out a win behind winning pitcher Alexis Diaz.
Bettors who backed the Reds were rewarded as +114 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 10.
Alexis Diaz earned the victory for the Reds, throwing 1 innings of work, striking out 1, walking 0, and allowing 1 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 1 RBIs from Nick Martini in the win.
Chicago got a 3-inning outing from Drew Smyly in the loss. He gave up 1 earned runs, 1 walks and 3 hits in his time on the mound, while Cody Bellinger had 2 hits in the loss for the Cubs.
Cincinnati enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 8-5 advantage in hits.