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The Cincinnati Reds were 24-22, 5th in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Cincinnati Reds dropped one to the Cleveland Guardians 4-7 at Progressive Field.

Reds Daily Vibe Check
59°
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Lukewarm
last night's loss

Not much is separating the good from the bad. Dropped last night by 3 and the temperature took a hit. On the plus side, the offense at 6.4 R/G is a clear positive right now.

Reds Game on May 17

Opponent:Cleveland Guardians (25-22)
Location:Progressive Field
First Pitch:01:40 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Brady Singer (2-3, 5.79 ERA) vs Gavin Williams (5-3, 3.74 ERA)
TV Broadcast:Reds.TV, Guardians.TV Presented by Progressive
Forecast:☀️ Clear sky, 72°F, Wind 7 mph

Reds Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Cincinnati Reds dropped one to the Cleveland Guardians 4-7 at Progressive Field.

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Highlights

Reds Record & Standings

NL Central

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Cubs
2917.630 L1
Brewers
2617.6051.5 W3
Cardinals
2718.6001.5 W3
Pirates
2422.5225.0 L2
Reds
2422.5225.0 L1

Cincinnati Reds are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +12 run differential.

Reds Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
22
JJ Bleday
6.3231.16619
44
Elly De La Cruz
10.299.88530
27
Sal Stewart
10.236.78231

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
26
Chase Burns
5-11.871.0053.0
41
Andrew Abbott
3-24.211.5051.1
51
Brady Singer
2-35.791.6742.0

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
17
Dane Myers
3 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .333 AVG in last 3 games
22
JJ Bleday
6 hits, 2 HR, 7 RBI, .429 AVG in last 3 games
9
Matt McLain
4 hits, 2 HR, 5 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games
37
Tyler Stephenson
1 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .125 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
26
Chase Burns
6.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start

Reds News

Chris Paddack is set to make his long-awaited debut for the Cincinnati Reds tonight against the Guardians, filling a glaring need in a rotation battered by injuries. With Tony Santillan struggling to find his form, the pressure is on Paddack to deliver a strong performance, especially as the Reds aim to maintain their upward momentum after a narrow 7-6 victory over Cleveland. Meanwhile, Edwin Arroyo's impressive rise through the ranks is complicating roster decisions, giving fans something to cheer for amid the uncertainty. The Reds are riding high with a solid offensive output of 5.9 runs per game over the last week, and the hope is that Paddack can help solidify the pitching staff as the team strives to improve on their 24-21 record and stay competitive in the division.

Sources
Edwin Arroyo’s rise is quietly creating a dilemma Reds fans will love
Blogredmachine
Edwin Arroyo’s rise is quietly creating a dilemma Reds fans will love
Edwin Arroyo’s breakout has turned into more than a prospect story for the Cincinnati Reds. It is becoming a real roster decision.
Tony Santillan's slump is forcing Reds into a dangerous late-inning reality
Blogredmachine
Tony Santillan's slump is forcing Reds into a dangerous late-inning reality
Tony Santillan was supposed to be the Cincinnati Reds most reliable reliever this season, but right-hander has been anything but dependable of late.
Paddack fills need for banged-up Reds rotation with first start
MLB.com
Paddack fills need for banged-up Reds rotation with first start
CLEVELAND -- Thought to have one of baseball's deeper rotations heading into 2026, the Reds were already tapped out in-house of available starting pitchers who could make a start. Enter free agent Chris Paddack, who was signed on Wednesday. Heading into his outing vs. the Guardians, Paddack hadn't pitched in
Game 45: Reds at Guardians (6:10 PM ET) – Paddack vs. Cantillo
Red Reporter
Game 45: Reds at Guardians (6:10 PM ET) – Paddack vs. Cantillo
The Chris Paddack era begins tonight in Cleveland for the Cincinnati Reds at 6:10 PM ET. Here’s how both clubs will line up to start. Today’s Lineups REDS GUARDIANS Dane Myers – CF Daniel Schneemann – CF Elly De La Cruz – SS Jose Ramirez – 3B Sal Stewart – 1B Chase DeLauter – DH […]
Chris Paddack set for Reds debut on Saturday vs. Guardians
Red Reporter
Chris Paddack set for Reds debut on Saturday vs. Guardians
There was once a time where saying the Cincinnati Reds are going to have Chris Paddack starting for them tonight would have inspired a big pile of confidence. Back before the 2019 season, for instance, he was rated as high as the #34 overall prospect in the sport by MLB Pipeline, was a consensus Top […]

Reds Upcoming Schedule

The Cincinnati Reds visit the Philadelphia Phillies for a 3-game series starting Monday.

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