Braves, Reds Trade High-Scoring Wins in Back-to-Back Games

The Atlanta Braves and Cincinnati Reds engaged in an intense two-game series at Great American Ball Park, featuring a dramatic extra-innings thriller and a tight pitching duel. On Thursday night, the Braves edged out the Reds 12-11 in 10 innings after a wild eighth inning where both teams combined to score 16 runs, highlighted by three-run homers from Ke'Bryan Hayes and Spencer Steer for the Reds, and a decisive sacrifice fly by Marcel Ozuna for the Braves in the 10th. Ozzie Albies led the Braves offensively with multiple hits and RBIs, while the Reds' bullpen struggled to contain the onslaught. The following day, Reds pitcher Brady Singer rebounded with a strong six-inning outing, striking out 10 and allowing only four hits, helping Cincinnati secure a 3-2 victory. Timely hitting, including an RBI single by Matt McLain and a two-run homer by Will Benson, provided the Reds just enough offense to even the series. Reds closer Emilio Pagan faced pressure in the ninth but ultimately closed out the game, setting the stage for a decisive third matchup.