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Reds Fall to Athletics, Struggle in Wild Card Race

9/13/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Cincinnati Reds lost 3-0 to the Athletics, missing an opportunity to close the gap on the Mets for the NL Wild Card spot.
Pitcher Brady Singer allowed two runs in six innings, while the offense went 0-for-12 with runners in scoring position.
Chase Burns returned from injury, pitching two innings and giving up one run.
The Reds are now 23-25 in series openers and have lost 11 of their last 14 games.
The Reds will play the Athletics again on Saturday, with Hunter Greene as the starting pitcher.

History

Historical Context

The Cincinnati Reds' 1990 World Series victory marked their fifth championship, following a dominant era in the 1970s known as the "Big Red Machine." That year, the Reds achieved a .974 fielding percentage, showcasing their defensive strength. In contrast, their current struggles with a 74-75 record highlight the challenges they face in reclaiming their former glory in Major League Baseball.

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Story summary

The Cincinnati Reds lost 3-0 to the Athletics, missing an opportunity to close the gap on the Mets for the NL Wild Card spot.
Pitcher Brady Singer allowed two runs in six innings, while the offense went 0-for-12 with runners in scoring position.
Chase Burns returned from injury, pitching two innings and giving up one run.
The Reds are now 23-25 in series openers and have lost 11 of their last 14 games.
The Reds will play the Athletics again on Saturday, with Hunter Greene as the starting pitcher.

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