Kyle Schwarber hits game-winning home run in 13th inning

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Cubs catcher Kyle Schwarber had four hits against the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday night, but his last hit was the most important.

With one out in the top of the 13th inning, Schwarber hit the game-winning home run.

.@kschwarb12 ties it, @kschwarb12 wins it. #LetsGohttps://t.co/svIc5YRNER — Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) July 22, 2015

The game-winning home run was Schwarber’s second home run of the night, and the Cubs won 5-4.

Kyle Schwarber hits a monster home run against the Reds

The rookie catcher finished 4-7 with two home runs and four RBI, and Schwarber walked off the field to a standing ovation from his hometown fans.

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