The Cincinnati Reds are currently the first team out in the National League playoff picture, as they sit three games behind the San Diego Padres for the final wild card spot. They'll look to gain some ground in the NL playoff chase when they face the division rival Chicago Cubs in the second battle of a three-game set on Tuesday,

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The Reds opened the series with a 3-2 win off a RBI single in the seventh inning. Despite the win, the Cubs still own the season edge, 4-3. Let's dive into the matchup and find a sweat or two. We’ve got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game,

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The Chicago Cubs play against the Cincinnati Reds in an MLB game tonight. Fans can watch this game for free online.

This article was originally published on www.si.com as Chicago's Trade Deadline Acquisition Mike Soroka Leaves Cubs Debut After Just Two Innings.

Cubs starter Michael Soroka left Monday night's game against Cincinnati after two innings due to right shoulder discomfort. Soroka was replaced by Ben Brown in the third inning. He was making his first appearance with the Cubs — on his 28th birthday — since being acquired from Washington last Wednesday.