The Cincinnati Reds dropped their second consecutive decision against the Los Angeles Dodgers, falling 4-0 on Tuesday, September 15, at Great American Ball Park. The Dodgers’ offense capitalized on early pressure to build a decisive lead, while the Reds’ lineup failed to generate enough contact to threaten the visitors’ pitching staff.
The final score left the Dodgers with their ninth win of the series, extending their dominance in this matchup.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto set the tone for the game, retiring the first two batters he faced before allowing his only hit of the night. He pitched seven complete innings, striking out seven batters and walking two while allowing just one run on a single base hit. His efficient outing kept the Reds’ best hitters in check, limiting their ability to string together at-bats.
The Dodgers’ bullpen maintained the shutout, with Brock Stewart, Tanner Scott, and other relievers combining for three more scoreless innings. Stewart struck out one batter, while Scott recorded three strikeouts in his frame.
The Dodgers’ scoring came in three distinct bursts. In the second inning, Max Muncy scored on a single by Joc Pedraza, giving Los Angeles a 1-0 lead. The lead expanded in the third when Tommy Edman hit a home run to left field, driving in one run and extending the advantage to 3-0.