The Cincinnati Reds currently hold a 24-23 record after dropping their second consecutive game to the Cleveland Guardians. The last 24 hours included a 10-3 blowout loss. There was also a major roster shakeup. This resulted in the departure of former top prospect Rece Hinds.
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MLB Game Recap
The Reds surrendered a season-high six home runs in a 10-3 series-ending loss to Cleveland on Sunday. Starting pitcher Brady Singer (2-4) struggled over 4.0 innings, allowing 5 earned runs on 7 hits with 6 strikeouts and 1 walk on 86 pitches. The bullpen combined to allow 5 additional runs. A fourth-inning rally was thwarted when Sal Stewart was picked off second base.
Standout Performer
Elly De La Cruz provided the offensive highlight, going 2-for-5 with a solo home run, his 11th of the season. His opposite-field blast in the third inning brought the Reds within one run. However, the team could not overcome Cleveland’s persistent power surge.
Key News & Notes
The Reds made several roster moves on Sunday. They designated outfielder Rece Hinds for assignment. This move created room for catcher P.J. Higgins, whose contract was selected from Triple-A. Catcher Jose Trevino was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring injury. The team recalled Jose Franco. Luis Mey was optioned to Louisville. Manager Terry Francona remarked that he hoped Hinds would receive a better opportunity elsewhere. Hinds struggled with a high strikeout rate in the majors.
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- Triple-A: Noelvi Marte went 2-for-3 with a two-run home run in the second game of a doubleheader. This performance helped the Louisville Bats secure a 5-3 win and a series split against Indianapolis.
- Double-A: Leo Balcazar finished 2-for-4 with a home run and a double as the Chattanooga Lookouts beat Pensacola 5-3.
- High-A: John Michael Faile had an impressive game, going 4-for-5 with a double. He drove in 3 RBIs in the Dayton Dragons’ 8-7 victory over Lake County.
- Single-A: Drew Davies had two doubles in a 2-for-3 performance, but the Daytona Tortugas fell 6-2 to Palm Beach.
- Rookie: ACL Reds did not have a scheduled game on Sunday
Looking Ahead
The Reds travel to Philadelphia tonight to begin a three-game series against the Phillies. Nick Lodolo (0-1, 8.68 ERA) takes the mound for Cincinnati against Andrew Painter (1-4, 6.21 ERA).
The bullpen surrendered runs in eight consecutive innings during the Cleveland series. The Reds desperately need a deep quality start from Lodolo. This will help reset the staff.
