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De La Cruz Heroics Lead Reds Past Brewers 12-8
6 Sep
Summary
- Elly De La Cruz drove in four runs with a homer and double.
- Cincinnati secured a series win against Milwaukee for the first time since 2022.
- A bird briefly interrupted play when De La Cruz removed it from the field.
Elly De La Cruz delivered a standout performance, driving in four runs with a two-run homer and a bases-loaded double, propelling the Cincinnati Reds to a 12-8 win against the Milwaukee Brewers. This victory clinched a series win for the Reds at Great American Ball Park, a feat they had not accomplished against the Brewers since 2022.
The Reds established an early 4-0 lead, with Sal Stewart contributing his MLB-leading 107th RBI via a sacrifice fly. Christian Yelich and Jake Bauers responded for Milwaukee, but De La Cruz's 22nd homer in the fourth inning restored Cincinnati's advantage.
The game saw several pitching changes and a temporary pause in play when a bird landed on the infield. Elly De La Cruz safely removed the creature, allowing the game to resume. The Brewers' efforts to close the gap were ultimately unsuccessful, with Emilio Pagan securing his 22nd save for the Reds.
Looking ahead, the Brewers are scheduled to host the Cubs on Monday, with Robert Gasser set to start. The Reds are slated to play the Dodgers on Monday, with Chase Burns on the mound for Cincinnati.
