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Kyle Tucker is being benched by the Cubs due to a significant offensive slump, with his performance declining notably since June, and the team hoping rest will help him regain his form, which is crucial for their playoff hopes.
Despite a strong performance by starting pitcher Hunter Greene, the Cincinnati Reds' offensive slump continued as they lost 2-0 to the Pittsburgh Pirates, completing a series sweep. The Reds only managed two hits off Pirates starter Vince Velasquez, who had his sixth career double-digit strikeout game. The Pirates added a run in the eighth inning against Reds reliever Fernando Cruz. The Reds' starting rotation performed well throughout the series, but the struggling offense failed to capitalize on their efforts.