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Reds' Playoff Hopes Dwindle After Narrow Loss to Pirates

9/26/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Reds lost to the Pirates 4-3 on September 24, shrinking their playoff chances.
They now trail the New York Mets by one game for the final National League playoff spot.
FanGraphs estimates 19.7% and Baseball Reference 22.7% to reach the playoffs.
Their World Series odds are +10000, the lowest among playoff contenders. Their last playoff appearance was in 2020.

History

Historical Context

The 1994 Major League Baseball strike canceled the postseason, disrupting fan engagement and team revenues. The Cincinnati Reds, who have won three World Series titles, last reached the playoffs in 2020. Currently, they trail the New York Mets by one game, with a playoff probability of 19.7%, highlighting the ongoing challenges teams face in achieving competitive success in the league.

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Story summary

The Reds lost to the Pirates 4-3 on September 24, shrinking their playoff chances.
They now trail the New York Mets by one game for the final National League playoff spot.
FanGraphs estimates 19.7% and Baseball Reference 22.7% to reach the playoffs.
Their World Series odds are +10000, the lowest among playoff contenders. Their last playoff appearance was in 2020.

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