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Austin Hays Shines in Season Debut as Reds Defeat Mariners and Former Ace Luis Castillo

Hays homered and drove in four runs, while Castillo struggled in his first start against Cincinnati since being traded in 2022.

Sep 13, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Cincinnati Reds pitcher Alexis Díaz (43) delivers a pitch against the Minnesota Twins in the ninth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images/File photo
Apr 1, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds second baseman Matt McLain (9) at bat in the seventh inning against the Texas Rangers at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images/File photo
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Overview

  • The Cincinnati Reds defeated the Seattle Mariners 8-4 in the series opener, marking their fourth consecutive win.
  • Austin Hays, returning from injury, delivered a standout performance with a three-run homer and four RBIs in his Reds debut.
  • Luis Castillo, pitching against his former team for the first time, allowed six runs over 4 1/3 innings and took the loss for Seattle.
  • Matt McLain returned to the Reds' lineup after injury, walking three times and scoring two runs in the victory.
  • The Reds' strong team performance continues, bolstered by key roster activations and a 2.87 team ERA, one of the best in the majors.