The Cincinnati Reds slugged three home runs in a 6-3 win over the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field last night. Luis Castillo struck out 10 batters over seven innings to get his ninth win of the season. The teams play again this evening in Chicago.
Elsewhere in the National League: The Atlanta Braves doubled up the Milwaukee Brewers 4-2 at Miller Park. Game two of the series is tonight.
The St. Louis Cardinals blanked the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-0 at Busch Stadium. The series continues this evening.