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Mark Potash

Christopher Morel breaks up Reds’ no-hit bid in 8th inning

Christopher Morel #5 of the Chicago Cubs hits a single for Chicago’s first hit of the game in the eighth inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Wrigley Field on May 26, 2023 in Chicago. Cincinnati shutout Chicago 9-0. (Jamie Sabau/Getty Images)

Christopher Morel broke up the Reds’ no-hitter with a sharp single to center field off reliever Eduardo Salazar leading off the eighth inning. It was just part of an eventful day for Morel. 

With Seiya Suzuki getting a day off after a night game Thursday, Morel started in right field for the first time in his big-league career. And it was an adventure that brought to mind an age-old baseball adage: The ball will find the inexperienced fielder. 

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