Cincinnati Reds News & Updates
The Cincinnati Reds were 20-15, 3rd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Cincinnati Reds couldn’t hold off the Chicago Cubs 4-5 at Wrigley Field.
A rough patch, by the numbers. 2-5 lately. There's no sugarcoating it. And allowing 7.3 runs per game drags the whole score down.
Reds Game on May 05
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Wrigley Field |
| First Pitch: | 07:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Andrew Abbott (1-2, 5.97 ERA) vs Jameson Taillon (2-1, 4.41 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Marquee Sports Network, Reds.TV |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 63°F, Wind 4 mph |
Reds Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Cincinnati Reds couldn’t hold off the Chicago Cubs 4-5 at Wrigley Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 0 |
Highlights
- Ke'Bryan Hayes went 1-3 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
- JJ Bleday went 1-5 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Reds Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Cubs
|
|
23 | 12 | .657 | W6 | |
|
Cardinals
|
|
21 | 14 | .600 | 2.0 | W1 |
|
Reds
|
|
20 | 15 | .571 | 3.0 | L4 |
|
Pirates
|
|
19 | 16 | .543 | 4.0 | W3 |
|
Brewers
|
|
18 | 16 | .529 | 4.5 | L2 |
Cincinnati Reds are 2-5 in their last 7 games, with a -24 run differential.
Reds Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | .285 | .911 | 25 | |
| 9 | .252 | .842 | 29 | |
| 3 | .300 | 1.240 | 4 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-1 | 2.20 | 1.02 | 41.0 | |
| 3-2 | 5.09 | 1.39 | 35.1 | |
| 2-2 | 5.57 | 1.73 | 32.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, .444 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .364 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 3.2 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Reds News
The Cincinnati Reds' 5-4 heartbreaker against the Cubs underscores a team struggling to maintain its footing amidst a tumultuous stretch. After a promising 3-0 lead, the Reds unraveled in the ninth inning, showcasing the fragility of their current state, marked by a recent 2-5 record and a staggering run differential of -28 over the last week. With Rece Hinds optioned to the minors, there's a sense that the organization is reevaluating its future. Adding to the drama, Emilio Pagán's failed save opportunity highlights the mounting pressure on the pitching staff, which has allowed an alarming 7.7 runs per game. As they face the Cubs again, the Reds must rise from this cold spell and prove they can compete, or risk slipping further in the standings.
Reds Upcoming Schedule
The Cincinnati Reds host the Houston Astros for a 3-game series starting Friday.
About Small Ball
This Cincinnati Reds digest was built by Small Ball to save you from bouncing between five apps to follow your team. It's fan-run and made to deliver what matters each morning.
Got thoughts? Tell us. Want to support it? Ko-fi tips help keep it running.