Prediction markets put the probability at 38%: Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs. Currently, markets are divided (38% YES, 62% NO). Cincinnati Reds @ Chicago Cubs.
The Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs series at Wrigley Field began under challenging conditions on Monday, May 4, 2026, with a rain delay pushing the first pitch to 8:50 p.m. ET. The Cubs entered the game riding a 12-game home winning streak, the franchise's longest at Wrigley since a 14-game run in 2008. Chicago, holding the best record in the NL Central at 23-12, started right-hander Edward Cabrera, while Cincinnati countered with Chase Petty, called up from Triple-A Louisville for his first start of the season. The Reds, sitting third in the division at 20-15, looked to snap Chicago's momentum in the first meeting between the two clubs this season. [ESPN, May 5]
Despite the delay, the Cubs extended their dominance with a dramatic 5-4 comeback victory on Monday night, marking their sixth straight win and 16th victory in 19 games. Pinch-hitter Michael Conforto delivered the decisive blow with a solo home run in the top of the ninth inning, capping a two-run rally. Seiya Suzuki also contributed a 455-foot home run for Chicago, which now boasts the National League's top on-base percentage at .352. The win further solidified the Cubs' hold on first place in the NL Central, while the Reds fell to 10-7 on the road. [ESPN, May 5]
Looking ahead, the Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs series continues with significant implications for the NL Central standings. The Cubs' 12-game home winning streak remains intact, and they will aim to extend it against a Reds team that has quietly controlled recent matchups between the two franchises. Weather remains a factor, as thunderstorms delayed Monday's game despite a proactive schedule change from 7:40 p.m. to 7:10 p.m. ET. The Reds will need to adjust quickly after dropping the opener, while Chicago looks to maintain its league-leading offensive production. The outcome of this series could further separate the division leader from the chasing pack. [Cincinnati Enquirer, May 4]
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