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The Cincinnati Reds head to San Francisco after a split in Arizona, where JJ Bleday hit for the cycle and Elly De La Cruz had four hits. Can the Reds build momentum against a Giants team on a three-game losing streak? We preview the series, break down the pitching matchups, and discuss the bullpen concerns.

In this episode, we recap the wild series against the Diamondbacks, highlight key hitters like Tyler Stephenson and Matt McLain, and analyze the impact of injuries to Spencer Steer and Graham Ashcraft. We also examine the Giants' struggles and predict how the Reds can take advantage.

Tony makes a bold call for a sweep, and Brooke predicts Elly De La Cruz will steal three bases in a single game. Tune in for all the insights and predictions ahead of the series opener at Oracle Park.

In this episode: Series and Pitching Probables · Key Hitters and Bullpen · Keys to the Series and Bold Prediction.

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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/mlb/cin/2026-08-24/transcript.html

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The Cincinnati Reds are one win away from a series victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks after JJ Bleday hit for the cycle and Elly De La Cruz collected four hits in an 11-5 rout. The Reds (62-68) look to close out the three-game set on Sunday afternoon, with Brady Singer on the mound. We break down the pitching matchup, the key hitters, and the bullpen concerns.

We discuss Bleday's historic night, Elly's continued hot streak, and the impact of injuries to Spencer Steer and Michael Toglia. Tony breaks down what Singer needs to do to keep the Diamondbacks in check, and we examine the bullpen's workload after a busy series. Plus, we revisit our preseason prediction that the Reds would take two of three and double down on Elly stealing three bases.

Tune in for our keys to the game, including getting to the D-backs' starter early and playing clean defense behind Singer. We make a bold call for Elly De La Cruz to steal three bases, and we rally the Reds faithful as the team pushes for a sweep in Phoenix.

In this episode: Series and Pitching Matchup · Bats, Bullpen, and Injuries · Keys and Bold Prediction.

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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/mlb/cin/2026-08-23/transcript.html

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The Cincinnati Reds dropped the opener to the Arizona Diamondbacks 9-0, but they're looking to even the series tonight. Can Nick Lodolo and the offense turn it around against a D-backs team fighting for a wild-card spot? We break down the pitching matchup, key hitters, bullpen concerns, and injuries like Spencer Steer's IL stint. Plus, our bold prediction for Elly De La Cruz.

In this episode, we discuss the Reds' 61-68 record and their fifth-place standing in the NL Central. We analyze the loss to Arizona, where Jordan Lawlar hit a two-run homer and Eduardo Rodriguez pitched well. We examine the pitching probables for game two, likely Nick Lodolo for the Reds, and the need for quality innings. We also cover the bullpen's inconsistency and the impact of injuries to Spencer Steer and Michael Toglia.

We highlight key hitters like Elly De La Cruz, Matt McLain, and Tyler Stephenson, and the importance of getting on base early. We talk about defensive lapses, including Dane Myers' recent dropped fly ball, and the need for clean play. Our keys to the series include offensive production, solid starting pitching, and bullpen reliability. We stick with our prediction of the Reds taking two of three, and we make a bold call for Elly to steal three bases in a game.

In this episode: Series Opener Recap and Pitching Probables · Hitters, Bullpen, and Injuries · Keys to the Series and Bold Prediction.

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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/mlb/cin/2026-08-22/transcript.html

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The Cincinnati Reds (61-67) head to Arizona to face the Diamondbacks (67-61) in a three-game series starting August 21, 2026. After a devastating 10-9 loss to the Cardinals where Dane Myers dropped a fly ball with two outs in the ninth, the Reds look to rebound against a wild-card contender. Preview the pitching matchups, key hitters, and bullpen concerns.

Tony and Brooke break down the probable starters Andrew Abbott, Nick Lodolo, and Brady Singer, and discuss the impact of injuries to Spencer Steer, Blake Dunn, and others. They analyze the bullpen's struggles, the emergence of Sal Stewart, and the need for Elly De La Cruz to make an impact. Keys to the series include getting ahead early, aggressive bullpen work, and avoiding defensive mistakes.

Tune in for a bold prediction: the Reds take two of three behind a huge series from Elly De La Cruz. Subscribe to Beatline for daily Reds coverage and analysis.

In this episode: Series Setup and Pitching Probables · Hitters, Bullpen, and Injuries · Keys to the Series and Bold Prediction.

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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/mlb/cin/2026-08-21/transcript.html

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