Cincinnati Reds bullpen blows another lead in loss to Guardians
The Cincinnati Reds' bullpen struggled again, blowing a 4-2 lead in a 7-4 loss to the Cleveland Guardians. Once boasting the best ERA in the majors, the Reds' relief pitchers now have the worst ERA over their past 23 games. Manager Terry Francona acknowledged the challenges, citing poor command and an inability to consistently throw strikes.
- ▪The Reds bullpen had a 2.23 ERA in its first 23 games but a 7.50 ERA in the next 23.
- ▪Chris Paddack made his Reds debut, allowing two runs over five innings.
- ▪Angel Martinez hit a two-out, two-run homer in the seventh inning to give the Guardians the lead.
- ▪The Reds bullpen has issued an MLB-leading 120 walks.
- ▪Manager Terry Francona emphasized supporting his struggling relievers despite their poor performance.
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