The Chicago Cubs are riding a hot streak at Wrigley Field, and they'll look to extend their 12-game home winning streak when they host the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday. With a 23-12 record, the Cubs currently sit atop the NL Central, while the Reds follow closely at 20-15, holding third place in the division.

Chicago has been dominant at home, posting a 15-5 record in front of their faithful fans. A key factor in their success? Plate discipline. The Cubs lead the National League with a .352 on-base percentage, putting constant pressure on opposing pitchers. Meanwhile, the Reds have been strong on the road with a 10-7 mark and boast a 9-4 record when they go deep at least twice in a game.

On the mound, the Cubs will send veteran right-hander Jameson Taillon (2-1, 4.41 ERA) to the hill. Taillon has been solid, striking out 31 batters while maintaining a 1.15 WHIP. The Reds counter with lefty Andrew Abbott (1-2, 5.97 ERA), who will look to find his rhythm after a rocky start to the season.

For Chicago, keep an eye on Nico Hoerner, who's hitting .299 with four home runs and 27 RBIs. But the real hot bat belongs to Seiya Suzuki, who has been on fire over the last 10 games, going 14-for-38 with four homers and seven RBIs. On the Reds' side, Elly De La Cruz continues to be a force, leading the team with 10 home runs and 16 extra-base hits. Nathaniel Lowe has also been swinging a hot stick, collecting five homers and 10 RBIs in his last 10 games.

Looking at recent form, the Cubs are 7-3 in their last 10 contests, while the Reds have struggled, going 4-6 and being outscored by 21 runs during that stretch. Both teams are dealing with significant injuries—the Cubs have a lengthy IL list including Justin Steele and Porter Hodge, while the Reds are without Hunter Greene and Eugenio Suarez.

Tuesday's matchup marks the second meeting between these division rivals this season, and with the Cubs looking to protect their home turf, expect a spirited battle under the Wrigley lights.