Game Recap
The Cincinnati Reds and Chicago Cubs met in a Spring Training matchup on March 2, 2025, as both teams evaluated young talent and prepared for the MLB regular season. In a closely contested game, the Cubs edged out the Reds 6-5, thanks to Christopher Morel’s walk-off single in the ninth inning.
The Reds jumped out to an early lead, with Elly De La Cruz doubling in the first inning and later scoring on a sacrifice fly from Spencer Steer. The Cubs responded in the third inning, as Dansby Swanson crushed a two-run homer, giving them a 3-2 lead.
The Reds tied the game in the fifth, when Jonathan India hit a solo home run, and took the lead 5-3 in the seventh after Noelvi Marte’s RBI double. However, the Cubs fought back, scoring two runs in the eighth, setting up Christopher Morel’s game-winning single in the ninth.
Key Performances
Chicago Cubs:
- Christopher Morel: 2-for-4, 1 RBI (walk-off single).
- Dansby Swanson: 1-for-3, 1 HR, 2 RBIs.
- Jameson Taillon: 3.2 IP, 2 ER, 4 K.
Cincinnati Reds:
- Elly De La Cruz: 2-for-3, 1 double, 1 run.
- Jonathan India: 1-for-3, 1 HR, 2 RBIs.
- Hunter Greene: 3.1 IP, 3 ER, 5 K.
Statistical Highlights
- Hits:
- Reds: 8
- Cubs: 9
- Home Runs:
- Reds: 1 (India)
- Cubs: 1 (Swanson)
- Errors:
- Reds: 0
- Cubs: 1
Takeaways
- Christopher Morel continues to shine in Spring Training, proving his ability to perform in clutch moments.
- Hunter Greene showed promise with high strikeout numbers, but command issues led to early struggles.
- Elly De La Cruz showcased his speed and versatility, making him a key player for the Reds’ regular-season lineup.
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