Watch the top highlights from the Chicago Cubs’ 2-0 win against the Cincinnati Reds on May 31, 2025 at Wrigley Field in Chicago.
Video summary/cliff-notes:
(00:23) Drew Pomeranz opened the game for the Cubs with a clean 1st inning (3 up, 3 down); Ben Brown was scheduled to follow and pitch the bulk of the game.
(01:58 – 03:23) Ben Brown bounced back from poor recent outings with a dominant performance: 9 strikeouts, utilizing a sharp curveball and high heat fastball to shut down the Reds lineup.
(03:55 – 04:46) The Cubs took the lead with a fly ball double by Seiya Suzuki to right field; Benson struggled with the sun and wind, losing the ball and allowing a run to score.
(05:22) Dansby Swanson beat a throw from Elly De La Cruz for an infield RBI single thanks to aggressive baserunning, giving the Cubs a 2–0 lead.
(06:15) Pete Crow-Armstrong made a diving catch in center field, robbing a hit and showcasing his elite defense.
(06:38) Palencia closed out the game with a final strikeout. The Cubs secured the win and celebrated with the traditional Wrigley Field anthem.