However, for shoving Rippley, Soto was ejected, prompting him to charge the field and attack Cubs coach Don Zimmer, which triggered a ten-minute brawl.
This game is also notable because Soto's opponent that day was future Hall of Fame Dennis Eckersley, who would go on to become a record-setting closer years later.
"Eck", who was making his Cubs debut after being acquired in a trade with the Boston Red Sox, took the loss that day.
Prior to May 31, the Reds were 26-22 and trailed the San Diego Padres by a half-game in the NL West standings.
August 16 was the day the Reds brought Rose back as player-manager, as part of a trade with Montreal, as Rapp was fired.
Infielders Coaches Note: Pos = Position; G = Games played; AB = At bats; H = Hits; Avg.