More regulars got some rest, but the Cubs won anyway.

The Cubs had a “victory lap” win over one of their favorite teams to beat, the Reds. They improved to a season-high 22 games over .500 at 91-69, and led the N.L. Central by six games.

The weather was beautiful Friday at Wrigley Field, the atmosphere was festive — the Cubs ran a highlight video from this year and celebrated the division title pre-game — and I have to tell you, I can’t recall any game over the last three...

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