Cubs Secure Winning Season with 1-0 Victory

Jameson Taillon delivered a stellar performance, pitching seven scoreless innings and leading the Chicago Cubs to a 1-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds in the season finale at Wrigley Field. Taillon's impressive outing included four hits and two walks, and he concluded the season with a 3.27 ERA after a strong September where he went 4-0 with a 1.63 ERA over his last six starts. The game's only run came in the fifth inning when Nico Hoerner scored on a sacrifice fly by Miguel Amaya, following a double and a successful bunt. This game was notable for being the fastest nine-inning game since 2010, lasting just 1 hour and 48 minutes. Nick Martinez pitched a complete game for the Reds, allowing only one run while striking out three, but the Reds struggled offensively, failing to advance a runner to third base. With this victory, the Cubs finished the season with a winning record at 82-78 amidst challenges from injuries and an inconsistent lineup.