The Cincinnati Reds lost 6-1 to the St. Louis Cardinals, missing key opportunities and struggling with power hitting and consistency. Elly De La Cruz leads MLB in strikeouts this season, highlighting the Reds' offensive challenges despite his overall strong performance. The New York Yankees continue their series against the Boston Red Sox, with both teams demonstrating competitive play and home runs from key players. In other news, the Texas Rangers revisit Phoenix after their World Series win, aiming for a wild-card spot, while the Arizona Diamondbacks are contending for the top NL wild-card berth.