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Reds Beat Brewers 5-3 After McLain’s Homer

9/7/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Reds beat Brewers 5-3 after Matt McLain’s leadoff seventh-inning homer.
The game resumed after a 2-hour-22-minute rain delay.
Elly De Cruz and catcher Tyler Stephenson each hit solo home runs.
Emilio Pagán recorded his 21st save in 24 opportunities.
In the ninth, Brewers loaded bases before Luis Lara popped up and William Contreras flied out.

History

Historical Context

On August 12 1994, MLB owners and the Players Association struck, ending the season and causing the first World Series cancellation since 1904. The dispute, driven by owners led by Executive Council chair Bud Selig over a salary-cap proposal, erased 938 games and cost owners about $1 billion, prompting leagues to tighten rain-delay and contingency plans.

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Story summary

Reds beat Brewers 5-3 after Matt McLain’s leadoff seventh-inning homer.
The game resumed after a 2-hour-22-minute rain delay.
Elly De Cruz and catcher Tyler Stephenson each hit solo home runs.
Emilio Pagán recorded his 21st save in 24 opportunities.
In the ninth, Brewers loaded bases before Luis Lara popped up and William Contreras flied out.

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