The Cincinnati Reds hosted the New York Mets at the Great American Ball Park in a game where the home team clinched a 6-3 win. The Reds improved their record to 70-71, positioning them third in the NL Central. The Mets, meanwhile, fell to 76-65, maintaining their second place in the NL East.
Brady Singer was instrumental for the Reds on the mound, earning his 12th win of the season. Over six innings, Singer allowed four hits and one earned run, with five strikeouts against four walks. His strong performance helped keep the Mets’ bats relatively quiet through the majority of the game.
Jonah Tong took the loss for the Mets despite a valiant effort. He pitched six innings, conceding four runs on three hits, and striking out six batters while walking four. The Reds took advantage of his mistakes, particularly with three home runs that marked the difference in the game.
Reds’ Bats Power to Victory
Cincinnati’s offense was ignited by home runs from Austin Hays, Matt McLain, and Stuart Stewart. Stewart’s performance was crucial, driving in two runs with his homer. Hays and McLain both added solo shots to contribute to the Reds’ tally.
Additionally, TJ Friedl played a key role in the offensive push with an RBI. Elly De La Cruz also brought in a run, adding depth to Cincinnati’s lineup. Their ability to capitalize on opportunities with runners in scoring position made a notable impact.
The Reds showed their resilience with clutch hits, particularly in the early innings and during the seventh. The team combined for six hits, efficiently turning them into runs against a Mets team that had nine hits of their own.
Mets’ Offensive Highlights
The Mets showcased some power of their own, highlighted by Jace Young’s solo home run. Francisco Lindor was a bright spot, collecting three hits in four at-bats, but the rest of the lineup struggled to bring him home. Nimmo, McNeil, and Soto each contributed a hit, but the Mets left too many men on base.
In the later innings, the Mets attempted a rally with Pete Alonso and Brett Baty each doubling. However, the Reds’ bullpen, featuring Scott Barlow, Tony Santillan, and Emilio Pagán, managed to hold them off. Despite giving up some hits, the relievers secured the win with clutch pitching.
The bullpen combined to pitch the last three innings, allowing only two runs while striking out six. Pagán closed out the game, maintaining the Reds’ lead and ensuring the win. His three strikeouts in the ninth inning helped fend off any late-game heroics from the Mets.
Looking Ahead
As the Reds and Mets prepare for the next games in their respective series, the Reds will seek to build on this momentum. They are set to face the Mets again at the Great American Ball Park before heading out west to play the San Diego Padres.
The Mets, on the other hand, will aim to rebound quickly. Following their series against Cincinnati, they head to Citizens Bank Park for a crucial series against the division-rival Phillies. With the postseason in sight, each game bears significance as they vie for playoff positioning.
This victory helped the Reds climb closer to a .500 record, showcasing their potential against a strong opponent. With the season winding down, both teams are focused on finishing strong as they navigate the final month of the regular season.
