Overview
- The Reds opened their Denver series with a 7-2 victory that featured Spencer Steer's two homers, including an inside-the-park shot, and Elly De La Cruz going 4-for-5.
- Brady Singer delivered seven strong innings, allowing two runs on four hits with six strikeouts and no walks to anchor Cincinnati's pitching effort.
- Cincinnati's win continued a clear trend against Colorado, marking 17 wins in 20 meetings since June 19, 2023, and a seven-game Coors Field run of victories.
- Steer has played six positions this season and is hitting .250 with 16 homers and 40 RBIs, a combination of versatility and production that is drawing trade-deadline interest.
- Roster moves are in flux for the series as Colorado planned to activate Tomoyuki Sugano from the injured list and Cincinnati prepared to start Rhett Lowder in place of Nick Lodolo.