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| Bronson Arroyo went 6 innings, giving up just 1 run in the Reds win over the Dodgers, Friday. |
The Cincinnati Reds had an off day yesterday, a much-needed off day. That off day could have played into today's game. Bronson Arroyo got an extra day of rest, and played well today. Bronson gave up only 1 run, and got just enough run support to pick up the win. 2-1 is the final, here's how it all happened.
There was no score until the 4th, when Loney flied into a sacrifice double play, but Andre Either would come across to score, it was 1-0 Dodgers on top.
Then in the bottom of the 5th, the bases were loaded with 2 outs. Scott Rolen stepped up to the plate and delivered. He hit an RBI single to center, Stubbs and Votto would both score, and the Reds had a 2-1 lead.
Dodgers pitcher, Hiroki Kuroda, would finish that 5th inning, as well as the 6th. His final line is 6 innings pitched, giving up 2 earned runs, on 6 hits, 4 walks, and 3 strikeouts. He was hoping to get a no-decision in this one rather than a loss. The only way he could get the no-decision is if the Cincy bullpen gave up at least 1 run.
But the bullpen was very strong. Ondrusek came in to pitch in the 7th, got the job done. As did Masset in the 8th. As did Cordero in the 9th. Cordero picks up save number 11, Arroyo picks up win number 4, and LA's Kuroda is the tough-luck loser, he is now 5-6 this season.
Let's talk about Bronson. He got the win as I previously said. He was very strong today, as he went 6 innings, gave up 1 run on 5 hits, 1 walk, and 2 strikeouts. Very impressive outing for #61.
The Brewers and Cardinals are both winning right now, so if they both end up winning, the Reds will remain 3.5 games back in the Central. If they both somehow lose, then they will be only 2.5 games back. Sounds good.
Tomorrow the Reds will play at 4:10 PM ET. Johnny Cueto will take the hill for the Redlegs, while Clayton Kershaw will pitch for Los Angeles. That game will be televised on FOX. Yes FOX, not FS Ohio, but FOX.
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