CINCINNATI (Interstat) — Spencer Steer homered for the fourth consecutive game and the Cincinnati Reds defeated the Chicago Cubs 6-3 on Saturday night at Great American Ball Park. The Reds (79-77) won their fourth straight to gain ground in the National League wild-card race. TJ Friedl and Tyler Stephenson also homered for Cincinnati. Stephenson’s two-run shot in the eighth inning provided crucial insurance. Reese McGuire homered for the Cubs (89-68), who have already clinched a playoff berth. Winning pitcher Zack Littell (10-8) allowed two runs over five innings. Chicago’s Drew Pomeranz (2-2) took the loss. Emilio Pagán earned his 29th save. The announced attendance was 31,756.