Cincinnati Reds Defeat Los Angeles Angels 4-1 for NL Wild Card Lead

The Cincinnati Reds secured a 4-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium, highlighted by Gavin Lux's early two-run homer and three leadoff triples by Reds players, a rare feat not seen at Angel Stadium before. Brady Singer pitched six strong innings for the Reds, allowing only one run, while Scott Barlow earned his first save of the season. The Reds' win marked their ninth straight victory over the Angels, tightening their position in the National League wild card race. The Angels' pitcher Victor Mederos struggled in his second career start, conceding three runs in five innings. The game featured notable performances from Reds players including Elly De La Cruz, Austin Hays, and Ke’Bryan Hayes, with the Reds demonstrating effective offensive strategies and solid pitching dominance. Photographs from the game captured key moments showing both teams' players and fans at Angel Stadium.