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Brewers Eye Sweep of Reds and Extend Their Hot Streak
The Milwaukee Brewers are on fire, and they’re looking to keep the heat on as they face the Cincinnati Reds in the series finale this Sunday afternoon. With a five-game winning streak and sitting a season-high 18 games over .500, the Brewers are determined to keep their foot on the gas and continue their dominance over the struggling Reds.
Brewers Keep Rolling Over the Reds
The Brewers have been unstoppable lately, winning 12 of their last 14 games and consistently outplaying the Reds, taking six out of eight matchups this season. Milwaukee’s success has them firmly in control of the National League Central, leading the St. Louis Cardinals by eight games. They’ve had the Reds’ number for a while now, with a dominant 34-12 record in their last 46 meetings.
Saturday’s 1-0 win was a perfect example of their ability to grind out victories, with Rhys Hoskins smashing a game-winning homer in the eighth inning. The Brewers’ pitching was lights out, led by rookie Tobias Myers, who tossed 7 1/3 scoreless innings. Devin Williams, fresh off a long injury break, struck out the side in the ninth to lock down the win.
“We’re not always going to score eight runs,” Williams said. “We have to win in different ways, and today was a different kind of game for us.”
Pitching Matchup: DL Hall vs. Nick Lodolo
The Brewers are set to bring back DL Hall from the 60-day injured list to start the game. Hall, who was picked up in a preseason trade with the Orioles, has had a tough season with a 7.71 ERA in four starts before a knee injury sidelined him in April. But he’s shown signs of improvement during his rehab in Triple-A, posting a 2.87 ERA over 12 starts. All eyes will be on Hall as he looks to help the Brewers keep their winning streak alive.
The Reds will counter with lefty Nick Lodolo, who’s had a bit of a rollercoaster season. He’s 9-4 with a 3.93 ERA, but his last seven starts have been rough, with a 1-2 record and a 5.97 ERA. However, Lodolo has pitched well against the Brewers in the past, with a 2.89 ERA in three starts against them last year. He’s coming off a solid outing against the Marlins, where he gave up two runs over six innings to pick up his first win since June.
Reds Struggling to Find Offense
The Reds have had a tough time in close games this season, as shown by their 9-21 record in one-run games. Saturday’s game was no different, with the Reds managing just three hits for the 17th time this season, highlighting their ongoing offensive struggles. With the Reds now 11.5 games behind the Brewers in the division, they’re desperate to avoid a sweep and build some momentum.
“We know where we are,” Reds manager David Bell said. “We know how important these games are.”
Players to Watch
Devin Williams: The Brewers’ closer has been lights out since returning from injury, giving Milwaukee’s bullpen a big boost. His performance on Saturday was a reminder of why he’s the reigning NL Reliever of the Year.
Nick Lodolo: The Reds’ starter needs to find his early-season groove if the Reds want to avoid a sweep. His past success against the Brewers could be a game-changer.
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Wrapping It Up
As the Brewers look to extend their winning streak and complete the sweep, all eyes will be on DL Hall as he makes his return to the mound. For the Reds, Nick Lodolo’s performance will be key to keeping their hopes alive and avoiding another close loss. With both teams having a lot on the line, Sunday’s game is shaping up to be a pivotal showdown in the series.
