Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago Cubs – August 28, 2026

The Cincinnati Reds begin a three-game series at Wrigley Field against the Chicago Cubs, with both teams struggling at 4-6 over their last ten games. Reds right-hander Rhett Lowder will face Cubs left-hander David Peterson, with first pitch scheduled for 2:20pm ET. Lowder has improved significantly since a rough start to the second half, posting a 3.86 ERA over his last six starts with the Reds going 5-1 in those games. The Reds also made a roster move before the game, calling up Edwin Arroyo and placing Ke'Bryan Hayes on the injured list with a groin strain.

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