Diamondbacks Extend Reds' Skid to Seven Games with 4-3 Victory

Diamondbacks Extend Reds’ Skid to Seven Games with 4-3 Victory

The Arizona Diamondbacks extended the Cincinnati Reds’ losing streak to seven games with a 4-3 victory on Wednesday night at Great American Ball Park.

Jordan Montgomery was the catalyst for the Diamondbacks, allowing just two runs on seven hits over seven innings. The left-hander struck out two and walked two, continuing a trend of strong starting pitching for Arizona.

Eugenio Suárez provided the offensive spark for the Diamondbacks, launching a two-out homer in the eighth inning to give his team a 4-2 lead. Christian Walker, Gabriel Moreno, and Pavin Smith also drove in runs for Arizona.

Graham Ashcraft started for the Reds and allowed three runs on six hits over five innings. He exited the game with two runners on and no outs in the sixth inning, and Moreno singled home the go-ahead run.

TJ Friedl’s single in the ninth inning cut Arizona’s lead to 4-3, but reliever Joe Mantiply struck out pinch-hitter Will Benson and induced a fly ball from Jonathan India to earn his first save.

The Reds’ offense struggled to keep pace with the Diamondbacks, with Stuart Fairchild and Jeimer Candelario providing the only RBIs. Cincinnati’s bullpen also faltered, allowing two runs in the eighth inning.

In other news, the Reds placed first baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand on the 10-day disabled list and signed veteran first baseman Mike Ford to take his spot on the roster. Left-handed pitcher Bandon Williamson was also placed on the 60-day disabled list.

The Diamondbacks will go for a sweep of the series on Thursday afternoon when they send right-hander Slade Cecconi to the mound against Reds right-hander Hunter Greene.

Cole Irvin Extends Scoreless Streak, Orioles Blank Reds 3-0

Cole Irvin Extends Scoreless Streak, Orioles Blank Reds 3-0

Cole Irvin’s impressive scoreless streak continued on Friday night as the Baltimore Orioles shut out the Cincinnati Reds 3-0. Irvin extended his streak to 20 2/3 innings, allowing only two hits and striking out four batters in 6 1/3 innings.

The game, delayed by rain for over two hours, saw Irvin dominate the Reds’ lineup. After allowing a single to Elly De La Cruz in the first inning, Irvin retired 17 consecutive batters. He induced 11 groundball outs through six innings, showcasing his control and ability to keep the ball on the ground.

The Orioles’ offense struggled early against Reds starter Hunter Greene, who had thrown 14 scoreless innings coming into the game. However, Baltimore broke through in the seventh inning against reliever Emilio Pagán. Jorge Mateo led off with a single and stole second, setting the stage for Adley Rutschman’s double that drove in Mateo. Ryan O’Hearn followed with a two-run homer to give the Orioles a 3-0 lead.

Craig Kimbrel closed out the game for the Orioles, striking out the side in the ninth inning to earn his 11th save.

The win marked Baltimore’s fourth in five games, while the Reds dropped their third straight.

Phillies Extend Winning Streak to Seven with Shutout Victory over Reds

Phillies Extend Winning Streak to Seven with Shutout Victory over Reds

The Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to seven games with a dominant 7-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Monday night, powered by a stellar pitching performance from Ranger Suárez and a timely home run from Kody Clemens.

Suárez continued his impressive run of form, allowing just two hits in seven shutout innings. The left-hander has now thrown 22 consecutive scoreless innings and has won his last four starts. He struck out five batters and walked one, showcasing his pinpoint control and ability to keep hitters off balance.

The Phillies offense provided ample support for Suárez, scoring runs in each of the first four innings. Bryson Stott drove in two runs with a sacrifice fly in the second and a groundout in the fourth, while Kyle Schwarber and J.T. Realmuto added an RBI each in the third and fifth innings, respectively.

Clemens, who was promoted from Triple-A Lehigh Valley earlier in the day, put the game out of reach with a three-run homer off Casey Legumina in the ninth inning. The 26-year-old son of former Cy Young winner Roger Clemens made an immediate impact in his first start for the Phillies.

Hunter Greene started for the Reds and pitched well, allowing four runs on seven hits in seven innings. However, the Phillies’ offense was too much to overcome, as they collected 10 hits and drew five walks.

The Reds were shut out for the first time this season, as Gregory Soto and Jeff Hoffman combined with Suárez to complete the two-hitter. It was Philadelphia’s fourth shutout of the year, tying them with Cleveland for the most in the majors.

The Phillies will look to extend their winning streak to eight games when they face the Reds again on Tuesday night. Cristopher Sánchez will start for Philadelphia, while Andrew Abbott will take the mound for Cincinnati.

Martini's Historic Homers Power Reds to Opening Day Victory

Martini’s Historic Homers Power Reds to Opening Day Victory

Nick Martini’s historic opening day performance propelled the Cincinnati Reds to an emphatic 8-2 victory over the Washington Nationals. The 33-year-old outfielder, making his first opening day start, electrified the crowd with two towering home runs, becoming the first Reds player to achieve the feat since Adam Dunn in 2007.

Martini’s first homer, a two-run shot in the second inning, set the tone for the Reds’ offensive onslaught. He followed it up with a three-run blast in the third, giving Cincinnati an early 5-0 lead. The veteran outfielder’s heroics were a testament to his resilience and determination, having played for four different teams since 2018.

Frankie Montas, making his Reds debut, was equally impressive on the mound. The right-hander pitched six shutout innings, allowing only four hits and striking out four. Montas’ dominant performance was a welcome sight for the Reds, who had high expectations for the former New York Yankees starter.

The Nationals, on the other hand, struggled to keep pace with the Reds’ offense. Isaiah Gray, making his first start for Washington, allowed seven runs in four innings. Eddie Rosario provided the Nationals’ only offense with a two-run homer in the seventh inning.

Reds manager David Bell praised Martini’s performance, saying, “We’ve known this guy can hit, so for it to all come out opening day and his first one, which us surprising or shocking when you think about it because this guy has been a good player for a long time.”

The Reds will look to continue their winning ways on Saturday when they face the Nationals in the second game of the series. Patrick Corbin will start for Washington, while Hunter Greene will take the mound for Cincinnati.

Home
Shop
Wishlist0
Back to Top

Search For Products

Product has been added to your cart