The Cincinnati Reds currently hold a 34-37 record following a dominant series-opening performance against the New York Mets. In the last 24 hours, the club secured its most lopsided shutout victory in three years. They achieved a 12-0 rout at Great American Ball Park.
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MLB Game Recap
The Cincinnati Reds dismantled the Mets 12-0. This victory was achieved with a powerful offensive display. Chase Burns provided a masterful start, striking out seven over five scoreless innings. He improved his record to 8-1. The game broke open early with a three-run first inning. Then, they had a six-run second inning. Eugenio Suárez’s massive grand slam to center field highlighted this offensive surge. Cincinnati’s bullpen was effective. Petty, Burke, and Ferguson all made relief appearances. They maintained the shutout by limiting New York to just six total hits.
Standout Performer
Eugenio Suárez delivered an elite performance, finishing 2-for-4 with two home runs and a career-high six RBIs. Suárez ignited the offense with a two-run blast in the first inning. He followed up with a 406-foot grand slam in the second. This marked his 24th career multi-homer game and ninth grand slam. His offensive explosion contributed to half of the team’s runs. It put the contest out of reach by the end of the second frame.
Key News & Notes
The Cincinnati Reds activated catcher Jose Trevino from the 10-day injured list on Sunday, optioning P.J. Higgins to Triple-A Louisville to make room on the active roster. Injury news remains positive. Ace Hunter Greene is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment on June 18. Reliever Pierce Johnson (elbow) was slated to throw live batting practice on Monday. Additionally, the club added organizational depth. They signed switch-hitting utilityman Sam Haggerty to a minor league contract. This followed his release from the Rangers.
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Farm Report
- Louisville Bats: Will head to Gwinnett to start the next series.
- Chattanooga Lookouts: Will be on the road against the Knoxville Smokies.
- Dayton Dragons: On the road against Perioa
- DaytonaTortugas: On the road against St. Lucie.
- ACL Reds: Pitcher Cabeza earned the win. The rookie squad crushed the ACL White Sox 12-1. They tallied 16 hits in the blowout victory.
Looking Ahead
The Reds continue their home series against the New York Mets with Brady Singer (2-6, 5.61 ERA) taking the mound against Mets righty Kodai Senga.
Suárez may have truly found his swing. With De La Cruz just days away, this Reds lineup is finally looking dangerous again. What do you think?
