Cincinnati Reds News & Updates
The Cincinnati Reds were 16-8, 1st in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Cincinnati Reds pummeled the Tampa Bay Rays 12-6 at Tropicana Field.
Everything is pointing up. Climbed to the top of the division. Also helping: took last night by 6. That matters.
Reds Game on April 22
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Tropicana Field |
| First Pitch: | 01:10 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Brandon Williamson (2-1, 4.35 ERA) vs Nick Martinez (0-1, 2.45 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Reds.TV, Rays.TV |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 48°F, Wind 5 mph |
Reds Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Cincinnati Reds pummeled the Tampa Bay Rays 12-6 at Tropicana Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 10 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 0 |
Highlights
- Elly De La Cruz went 3-6 with 2 HR and 5 RBI.
- Dane Myers went 1-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Sal Stewart went 2-4 with 3 RBI.
- Ke'Bryan Hayes went 1-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Spencer Steer went 1-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Reds Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Reds
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16 | 8 | .667 | W5 | |
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Cubs
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14 | 9 | .609 | 1.5 | W7 |
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Cardinals
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14 | 9 | .609 | 1.5 | W1 |
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Brewers
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13 | 9 | .591 | 2.0 | W1 |
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Pirates
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13 | 10 | .565 | 2.5 | L1 |
Cincinnati Reds are 6-1 in their last 7 games, with a +18 run differential.
Reds Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | .299 | 1.026 | 24 | |
| 8 | .276 | .914 | 18 | |
| 3 | .241 | .692 | 11 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-1 | 2.57 | 1.07 | 28.0 | |
| 3-1 | 3.10 | 1.14 | 29.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 2 HR, 6 RBI, .333 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 1 HR, 6 RBI, .308 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 2.2 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games | |
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Reds News
The Cincinnati Reds are on fire, riding a five-game winning streak and showcasing an impressive offensive turnaround with a 12-6 thrashing of the Tampa Bay Rays. Elly De La Cruz led the charge with two home runs, fueling a lineup that has finally found its rhythm, scoring 12 runs against a formidable opponent. However, the Reds aren't just celebrating their bats, they're also facing challenges as they deal with injuries to key pitchers Nick Lodolo and Hunter Greene, testing their rotation depth further. While the offense seems to be awakening, there are lingering concerns about their approach at the plate, with a tendency to shy away from challenges. With their recent success, the Reds sit at 15-8 and in first place in the division, but they need to maintain this momentum against the same Rays for another game.
Reds Upcoming Schedule
The Cincinnati Reds host the Detroit Tigers for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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