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Reds Dominate Cardinals 9-1 to Split Four-Game Series

Cincinnati's bullpen and timely power hitting secured a decisive victory after weather delays tested pitching depth.

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Overview

  • Jose Trevino's two-run homer off Matthew Liberatore set the tone for the Reds with an early 2-0 lead in the second inning.
  • A 1-hour, 37-minute rain delay forced the early exit of both starting pitchers, with Andrew Abbott allowing one run over four innings before leaving.
  • Reliever Graham Ashcraft delivered three perfect innings, retiring nine straight batters with four strikeouts to earn the win.
  • Spencer Steer and Santiago Espinal added crucial insurance runs with a solo homer and a two-run single, respectively, extending the Reds' lead late in the game.
  • The Reds' strong bullpen performance and opportunistic offense helped recover momentum after a doubleheader sweep loss, concluding the series with a split.