Chicago Cubs News & Notes 05/08/2025

The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 26-12 record after an 8-3 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday. This win secured a four-game series sweep. It also extended the team’s overall winning streak to nine games. Their home winning streak at Wrigley Field reached a historic 15 games.

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MLB Game Recap

Chicago broke the game open with a season-high seven-run fourth inning. This was fueled by a Nico Hoerner RBI double and a two-run single from Miguel Amaya. Starter Shota Imanaga earned the win with a dominant line of 6.0 IP, 1 ER, 6 H, 10 K, and 3 BB on 99 pitches. The bullpen utilized Tyson Thornton and Gavin Hollowell. Daniel Palencia then recorded the final out. This was his second save after the Reds threatened late.

Standout Performer

Michael Conforto had a flawless performance at the plate. He finished 3-for-3 with a 407-foot solo home run. Additionally, he had a walk, two RBIs, and two runs scored. Beyond his offensive production, Conforto made a spectacular catch in the fifth inning. He crashed into the wall with two runners on base to end the inning. His performance provided essential veteran depth while Seiya Suzuki took a scheduled day off.

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Farm Report

• Triple-A Iowa: Iowa fell 4-2 to Columbus as starter Connor Noland went 5.0 innings with 2 ER and 5 strikeouts.
• Double-A Knoxville: The Smokies lost 4-1 to Birmingham, with Owen Ayers providing the only offense via a solo home run.
• High-A South Bend: South Bend beat Lansing 9-2 as Christian Olivo went 2-for-4 with two RBIs and two runs scored.
• Single-A Myrtle Beach: The Pelicans staged a six-run eighth-inning comeback. They beat Hickory 9-7. This was led by Logan Poteet’s 2-for-3 night with his fifth home run.
• ACL Cubs: Despite a 4-for-5 performance from Jan Luis Reyes, the rookie squad lost 8-7 to the ACL D-backs.