Cincinnati Reds News & Updates
The Cincinnati Reds were 63-71, 5th in the NL Central. The Cincinnati Reds did not play yesterday.
Hard to feel good about the data. Going 2-5 lately. That drags everything down. Compounding things, pitching at 6.6 RA/G. That's a problem.
Reds Game on August 28
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Wrigley Field |
| First Pitch: | 02:20 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Rhett Lowder (5-8, 5.13 ERA) vs David Peterson (7-7, 5.17 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Marquee Sports Network, Reds.TV |
Reds Score & Recap
The Cincinnati Reds did not play yesterday.
Reds Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
83 | 51 | .619 | W2 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
76 | 58 | .567 | 7.0 | L2 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
67 | 68 | .496 | 16.5 | W1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
65 | 70 | .481 | 18.5 | L1 |
|
Reds
|
|
63 | 71 | .470 | 20.0 | W1 |
Cincinnati Reds are 2-5 in their last 7 games, with a -12 run differential.
Reds Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | .261 | .806 | 100 | |
| 21 | .265 | .818 | 58 | |
| 21 | .219 | .769 | 51 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14-3 | 2.77 | 1.15 | 139.2 | |
| 5-5 | 2.69 | 1.32 | 63.2 | |
| 2-3 | 2.88 | 0.90 | 34.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, .417 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 2 HR, 2 RBI, .385 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 8 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start |
Reds News
Eugenio Suárez, who just cleared waivers, now has the golden opportunity to solidify his legacy with the Reds through 2026. This comes at a crucial time as the team struggles with a 2-5 record over the past week, and pitching woes have plagued them, allowing an alarming 6.6 runs per game. Manager Terry Francona's decision to shuffle the lineup, moving Elly De La Cruz down in the order and placing rookie Héctor Rodríguez in the leadoff spot, could be a desperate gamble to ignite the offense. Meanwhile, Sal Stewart's name is being tossed around in Rookie of the Year discussions, adding a glimmer of hope amid a disappointing season. With the Reds sitting at 63-71, it's clear they need to capitalize on any momentum they can muster going forward.
Reds Upcoming Schedule
The Cincinnati Reds host the Milwaukee Brewers for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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