Gavin Lux Homers as Reds Beat Angels 4-1 in Key Win

Gavin Lux broke a 37-game homer drought by hitting a two-run home run in the Cincinnati Reds' 4-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels. Lux, who had been batting .304 during that stretch without a homer, now has five home runs, 47 RBIs, and a .281/.359/.386 slash line over 395 plate appearances this season. The Reds also showcased strong offensive production with three leadoff triples from Elly De La Cruz, Austin Hays, and Ke’Bryan Hayes, the most triples for the Reds in a game since 2019. Pitcher Brady Singer secured the win, going six innings and allowing only one run, while Scott Barlow earned his first save of the season. This win marked the Reds' ninth consecutive victory over the Angels and moved Cincinnati within one game of the Mets for the final National League wild card spot. The game featured key moments such as Lux’s early homer and solid pitching performances that helped maintain Cincinnati's playoff push.