Introduction to the Game
CINCINNATI (AP) — Spencer Steer homered and Nick Lodolo pitched six strong innings as the Cincinnati Reds beat the Miami Marlins 6-0 on Thursday to earn a split in the four-game series.
Early Game Highlights
Elly De La Cruz singled for his 100th hit of the season, stole second, and scored on Austin Hays’ single to put Cincinnati ahead 1-0 in the first. Steer’s solo home run, his 11th of the season, made the score 2-0 in the second.
Pitching Performance
Cal Quantrill retired 11 straight following Steer’s homer, but the Reds loaded the bases with no outs in the sixth. Lodolo (6-6) allowed only three hits with no walks and four strikeouts. It’s the seventh time this season that the Reds’ lefty allowed one run or fewer.
Turning Point of the Game
De La Cruz singled in a run and TJ Friedl raced home on a throwing error by right fielder Dane Myers to make it 4-0 in the sixth. Hays followed with a two-run single. Quantrill (3-8) pitched five-plus innings and allowed five earned runs, the most since April 19 when he allowed seven at Philadelphia.
Key Moment
The Marlins had the bases loaded with one out in the seventh, but Graham Ashcraft got pinch-hitter Liam Hicks to ground into an inning-ending double play.
Key Stat
The Reds haven’t been swept in 30 series this season. It marks their longest streak of consecutive series without being swept to open a season since 1989.
Up Next
Marlins RHP Edward Cabrera (3-3, 3.33 ERA) will start Friday at Baltimore. The Orioles have not named a starter. Reds RHP Chase Burns (0-1, 8.10) will oppose Rockies RHP Germán Márquez (3-10, 5.84) on Friday.
Conclusion
The Cincinnati Reds’ victory over the Miami Marlins, with a final score of 6-0, marked a significant moment in their season, earning them a split in the four-game series. The strong performances by Spencer Steer and Nick Lodolo were pivotal in securing this win.
FAQs
- Q: Who homered for the Reds in the game?
- A: Spencer Steer homered for the Reds, marking his 11th home run of the season.
- Q: What is the significance of Elly De La Cruz’s single?
- A: Elly De La Cruz’s single was his 100th hit of the season, a notable milestone.
- Q: How many series has the Reds not been swept in this season?
- A: The Reds haven’t been swept in 30 series this season, their longest streak without being swept to open a season since 1989.
- Q: Who will start for the Marlins in their next game?
- A: Marlins RHP Edward Cabrera will start Friday at Baltimore.
