Did Reds' Bullpen Silence Cardinals at Great American Ball Park?

The Cincinnati Reds improved their record to 17-15 after a decisive 9-1 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals, who now stand at 14-18. The game, held at the Great American Ball Park, saw an attendance of 15,513 fans. The Reds showcased a strong performance both offensively and defensively, while the Cards struggled to find their rhythm.

Reds' Offensive Powerhouse

The Big Red Machine displayed impressive hitting prowess with a total of 9 hits and scoring in five different innings. Notably, they scored three runs in the seventh inning alone. Spencer Steer was instrumental with his .667 batting average and contributed significantly with an RBI. TJ Friedl also made his mark by maintaining an on-base percentage of .400.

On the mound for Cincinnati was Graham Ashcraft who delivered a solid start with an ERA of 2.25 over four innings pitched. His performance set the tone for what would be a dominant display from the bullpen.

Cardinals' Struggles

The Redbirds managed only three hits throughout the game and were unable to capitalize on any scoring opportunities beyond their lone run in the third inning. Their pitching staff allowed nine runs on nine hits, struggling particularly during key moments when they needed outs.

Despite these challenges, St. Louis showed resilience in defense but could not overcome Cincinnati's offensive surge or break through against their formidable bullpen which did not allow any further runs after Ashcraft's exit.

Looking ahead, fans can catch more action as Cincinnati hosts Washington Nationals next at Great American Ball Park on May 2nd at 6:10 PM EDT; tune into MASN2 for live coverage! Share this article if you enjoyed reading about today's matchup!