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The Cincinnati Reds' take on the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NL Wild Card Series beginning tonight. Hunter Greene gives the Reds a shot to beat the Dodgers. Greene's dominance is due to his improved command and he will draw on his previous experience pitching at Dodger Stadium to bring him plenty of confidence against Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts, and Freddie Freeman. The optimal lineup against Blak...

The Cincinnati Reds clinched the final Wild Card spot in the NL after the Miami Marlins beat the New York Mets on Sunday afternoon. The Reds have made the playoffs for the first time in a full season since 2013. Elly De La Cruz, Noevli Marte, and company now face the Los Angeles Dodgers in the Wild Card, but more on that tomorrow! Let's celebrate the Reds making it to the playoffs!   Follow & Subs...

The Cincinnati Reds are officially headed to the 2025 MLB Playoffs, clinching a Wild Card spot after taking two of three games in Milwaukee and getting help from the Miami Marlins, who beat the New York Mets. Cincinnati’s late-season surge proved enough to punch their ticket to October baseball after a tense final weekend. The Reds will now turn their focus to Los Angeles, where they’ll face the p...

The Cincinnati Reds defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 7-4 on Saturday night in Milwaukee, lowering their magic number to just one. Cincinnati erupted for six runs in the third inning and never surrendered the lead despite a push from the Brewers. Sal Stewart provided the knockout punch with a home run in the sixth inning to extend the Reds’ cushion. With the victory, the Reds are now one win away fro...

The Cincinnati Reds picked up a crucial 3-1 win over the Milwaukee Brewers Friday night at American Window Field. With the victory and the New York Mets’ loss to the Miami Marlins, the Reds now control their own destiny for the final NL Wildcard spot. Gavin Lux sparked the offense with two hits and two runs scored, while Connor Phillips delivered an electric 1.1 innings of relief with three strike...

The Cincinnati Reds beat the Pittsburgh Pirates to keep pace with the New York Mets in the NL Wild Card Race. Noelvi Marte made the best catch Reds fans have seen in a very long time to help the Reds avoid the sweep. Now the Reds face the Brewers who have absolutely owned them in recent years. his Reds season has been dramatic and has produced some memories with the team in a playoff push but some...

GUARDIANS SURGE, TIGERS COLLAPSE: MLB PLAYOFF RACE HEATS UP Cleveland Guardians stun Detroit Tigers with late-season comeback. Can they clinch a playoff spot in the final weekend? Jeff Carr and Justin Lada break down the Guardians' impressive turnaround, highlighting key players and strategic moves. The discussion covers the Tigers' epic collapse, vulnerable teams heading into October, and the Los...

The Cincinnati Reds closed out their home slate in style Thursday afternoon, beating the Pittsburgh Pirates in dramatic fashion. Noelvi Marte stole the show in the ninth inning with a highlight-reel catch, robbing Bryan Reynolds of what would have been the game-tying home run, while also driving in one of the Reds’ two runs earlier in the fifth. Nick Lodolo was dominant, striking out 12 over 6 1/3...

The Cincinnati Reds fell 4-3 to the Pittsburgh Pirates in extra innings on Wednesday night at Great American Ball Park, further dimming their postseason hopes. Pirates ace Paul Skenes stifled the Reds for six shutout innings before the Pirates bullpen faltered, allowing Cincinnati to claw back. However, the Reds’ own bullpen issues proved costly as Pittsburgh pushed across the winning run late. Ci...

The Cincinnati Reds' playoff push intensifies as they face crucial games against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Elly De La Cruz's resurgence (.368/.527/.737 over the last week) sparks debate about moving him up in the batting order. Jeff Carr and Steve Offenbaker analyze Hunter Greene's pivotal start, emphasizing his strong career numbers against Pittsburgh. The hosts dissect Paul Skenes' dominance over...

The Cincinnati Reds fell 4-2 to the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night at Great American Ball Park. Brady Singer struggled mightily in the second inning, surrendering all four Pittsburgh runs in what proved to be the difference. Elly De La Cruz did his best to spark the Reds’ offense, blasting a two-run homer and reaching base four times, but the rest of the lineup couldn’t break through. With th...

The Cincinnati Reds face a crucial series against the Pittsburgh Pirates, with playoff hopes hanging in the balance. FanGraphs predictions spark debate as hosts Steven Offenbaker and Jeff Carr analyze the Reds' chances, highlighting tiebreakers against key competitors. Brady Singer's recent dominance takes center stage, boasting a 2.15 ERA in his last 10 starts. The hosts compare Singer favorably...

The Cincinnati Reds' four-game sweep of the Chicago Cubs propels them into wild card contention. Spencer Steer's clutch hitting and Elly De La Cruz's resurgence spark offensive firepower. Hunter Greene's complete game shutout highlights improved pitching. Jeff Carr and Steve Offenbaker analyze Terry Francona's postseason-style management and dissect upcoming matchups against the Pirates and Brewer...

The Cincinnati Reds capped off a perfect weekend with a 1-0 win over the Chicago Cubs on Sunday afternoon at Great American Ball Park, completing the four-game sweep—or as Cespedes BBQ calls it, a "Mop." Gavin Lux delivered the only run of the game with an RBI double in the third inning. While Andrew Abbott struggled with his command, the Reds bullpen rose to the occasion and kept the Cubs off the...

The Cincinnati Reds stayed hot Saturday night, beating the Chicago Cubs 6-3 at Great American Ball Park for their fourth straight win. The victory also marked the Reds’ third consecutive win over the Cubs in the series. With the win, Cincinnati pulled within just one game of the New York Mets for the final NL Wild Card spot. The Reds will look to complete a four-game sweep of their division rivals...

The Cincinnati Reds beat the Chicago Cubs 7-4 Friday night at Great American Ball Park, fueled by an explosive power display with five home runs. Spencer Steer went deep twice, while Elly De La Cruz snapped a 43-game homerless drought with a big blast. Nick Lodolo struggled, unable to make it out of the fifth inning, but the bullpen picked him up with 4 1/3 shutout frames, highlighted by 1 1/3 str...

The Cincinnati Reds' Hunter Greene dominates with a complete game shutout against the Chicago Cubs. His 99.5 mph average fastball velocity and 45% whiff rate on his slider showcase his improved control and effectiveness. Steven Offenbaker and Jeff Carr analyze Greene's performance, discussing his increased strike-throwing and its impact on the team's success. The hosts delve into Ke'Bryan Hayes' c...

MLB Playoff Race Heats Up: Who's In, Who's Out? The National League wild card battle intensifies as teams scramble for postseason spots. Are the Philadelphia Phillies and Los Angeles Dodgers locks? The Locked On MLB Squad breaks down the Chicago Cubs' chances and the New York Mets' surprising struggles. In the American League, the Cleveland Guardians surge with a 17-5 run. Can they overtake the vu...

The Cincinnati Reds opened their final homestand in thrilling fashion, defeating the Chicago Cubs 1-0 on Thursday night at Great American Ball Park. Hunter Greene was sensational, tossing a complete-game one-hit shutout while striking out nine. The lone run came in the fourth inning when Will Benson delivered a clutch RBI double. With the win, the Reds inch closer in the playoff race, now sitting...

The Cincinnati Reds got a BIG series win over the St Louis Cardinals. Spencer Steer's stellar performance, going 3-for-4 with a home run and five RBIs, showcases the value of rest and recovery. Hosts Jeff and Steve analyze Elly De La Cruz's struggles, questioning Terry Francona's decision to play him without breaks. They debate Francona's management choices and their impact on the team's performan...

The Cincinnati Reds claimed the rubber match on Wednesday afternoon at Busch Stadium, defeating the St. Louis Cardinals behind key performances on both sides of the ball. Spencer Steer delivered the biggest swing of the day with a go-ahead home run that lifted the Reds’ offense. On the mound, Brady Singer turned in a strong outing, tossing 5 2/3 innings while allowing just two earned runs and stri...

The Cincinnati Reds' offensive woes take center stage as Jeff Carr dissects the team's 2025 struggles. Roster construction missteps and the absence of a feared middle-of-the-order bat have derailed playoff aspirations. Carr analyzes potential lineup shifts for Elly De La Cruz and explores Brady Singer's trade value. With pitching depth a strength for the Reds, could Singer be the key to addressing...

The Cincinnati Reds fell 3-0 to the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday night at Busch Stadium. Andrew Abbott struggled, lasting only 4 2/3 innings while allowing the Cardinals to set the tone early. Offensively, the Reds were overmatched, managing just three hits and three walks in a quiet effort at the plate. Cincinnati will now look to bounce back and secure the series in Wednesday’s rubber match.  ...

The Cincinnati Reds face crucial decisions as Elly De La Cruz's performance dips dramatically. His home run production plummeted from 18 in his first 79 games to just one in his last 70. Jeff and Steve analyze De La Cruz's fatigue, Sal Stewart's promising start, and Andrew Abbott's sub-3 ERA pitching. They debate potential contract extensions, assess the upcoming Cardinals series, and evaluate pla...

The Cincinnati Reds picked up a big win Monday night at Busch Stadium, beating the St. Louis Cardinals in a back-and-forth contest. Tyler Stephenson delivered the decisive blow in the top of the 9th with a bases-clearing double that broke the game wide open. The Reds’ offense came alive late, snapping their three-game losing streak in dramatic fashion. With the victory, Cincinnati keeps itself in...