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Reds Snatch Victory in Pitcher's Duel
8 Apr
Summary
- Reds pitchers combined for a shutout victory against the Marlins.
- Elly De La Cruz doubled and singled, while Tyler Stephenson homered.
- Brandon Williamson pitched 6 2/3 scoreless innings in his second start.
The Cincinnati Reds achieved a narrow 2-0 victory against the Miami Marlins on Monday night, extending their winning streak to four games. The Reds' offense was sparked by Elly De La Cruz, who recorded a double and a single, and Tyler Stephenson, who hit a decisive home run in the eighth inning.
Pitcher Brandon Williamson was instrumental in the win, tossing 6 2/3 scoreless innings. After a challenging debut, the left-hander scattered three hits, struck out four, and allowed only one walk. He left the Marlins hitless until the fourth inning.
Sal Stewart drove in the Reds' first run with a single in the fourth, scoring De La Cruz who had doubled. Janson Junk, the Marlins' starter, pitched a career-high 7 1/3 innings, allowing two runs and seven hits. The Reds' bullpen, with contributions from Brock Burke and Tony Santillan, secured the win before Emilio Pagan closed out the game for his fourth save.
