Cincinnati Reds Fall to Pittsburgh Pirates 6-1, Extend Losing Streak

The Cincinnati Reds lost the final game of their series against the Pittsburgh Pirates, falling 6-1 and extending their losing streak to eight out of their last eleven games. Graham Ashcraft, called up from Triple-A due to Nick Lodolo's injury, struggled on the mound, giving up six runs on nine hits. The Reds now have a 37-43 record and are six games under .500, while the Pirates improved to 39-41. Injuries have plagued the Reds, leaving them without key players like Jeimer Candelario and Jake Fraley. Despite the loss, Jonathan India extended his hitting streak to eight games. The Reds will now head to St. Louis for a four-game series against the Cardinals.