CINCINNATI, Oh. (WMDJ) — The Cincinnati Reds were overpowered by Washington’s long ball Tuesday night, falling 10-4 to the Nationals at Great American Ball Park.

CINCINNATI, Oh. (WMDJ) — The Reds finally got back in the win column Friday night, snapping an eight-game losing streak with a 3-1 victory over the Houston Astros at Great American Ball Park.

Houston struck first in the top of the fifth inning when Braden Shewmake connected for a solo homer to give the Astros a 1-0 lead.

Cincinnati answered in the bottom half of the inning. With the bases loaded, Matt McLain ripped a two-run single to left field, scoring Spencer Steer and Will Benson to put the Reds on top 2-1. Jose Trevino moved to third on the play while McLain advanced to second after a throwing error by Astros left fielder Zach Cole.

Later in the inning, Elly De La Cruz added an RBI single to left, bringing home Trevino for a 3-1 Reds lead. Houston cut down McLain at the plate to end the inning, but Cincinnati had all the offense it needed.

Chase Burns earned the win after allowing just one run on four hits over six innings while striking out two. The Reds bullpen of Brock Burke, Graham Ashcraft and Daniel Johnson combined for three scoreless innings to close it out.

The Reds and Astros have now split the first two games of the series. Cincinnati will go for the series win Sunday afternoon at 1:40 p.m. The Inside Pitch pregame show begins at 1:10 p.m. on WMDJ FM 100.1.

CINCINNATI, Oh. (WMDJ) — The Reds rough start to May continued Friday, as they returned home to Great American Ball Park and were shut out by the Houston Astros, 10-0.

CHICAGO Il. (WMDJ) — The Cincinnati Reds struggles continue Thursday afternoon at Wrigley Field, as the Chicago Cubs used a seven-run fourth inning to beat Cincinnati, 8-3.

Michael Conforto opened the scoring with a solo home run in the second inning. Chicago then broke the game open in the fourth, scoring seven runs on a bases-loaded walk, a fielder’s choice, RBI hits from Pete Crow-Armstrong, Miguel Amaya and Nico Hoerner, and a sacrifice fly by Moisés Ballesteros.

Reds starter Rhett Lowder took the loss, allowing three runs on one hit with four walks over three innings. Connor Phillips allowed five runs in relief.

Cincinnati got on the board in the sixth on Sal Stewart’s 10th home run of the season. Blake Dunn added his first homer of the year in the eighth, and JJ Bleday drove in Stewart with a ninth-inning double.

The Reds have now lost seven straight and fall to 20-18, last in the National League Central.

Cincinnati returns home Friday to Great American Ball Park to open a series with the Houston Astros. First pitch is set for 6:10 p.m., with Inside Pitch beginning at 5:40 on WMDJ FM 100.1.

CHICAGO, Il. (WMDJ) — The Reds erased a two-run deficit with a huge ninth inning rally, but another late bullpen collapse sent Cincinnati to a 7-6 loss in 10 innings to the Cubs Wednesday night at Wrigley Field.

Cincinnati struck first in the opening inning on an RBI groundout from Elly De La Cruz, but Chicago answered quickly with a two-run homer from Ian Happ to take a 2-1 lead.

The Cubs added two more runs in the fourth on an RBI double by Seiya Suzuki and a run-scoring double play to make it 4-1. Matt McLain cut the deficit to 4-2 with a solo homer in the fifth, but the Reds left runners stranded in several key spots through the middle innings.

Trailing by two entering the ninth, Cincinnati mounted its biggest rally of the night. Spencer Steer opened the inning with a solo home run before RBI hits from JJ Bleday and a two-run sacrifice fly from De La Cruz gave the Reds a 6-4 lead.

That lead disappeared quickly in the bottom of the inning when Pete Crow-Armstrong tied the game with a two-run homer.

The Reds failed to score in the 10th after grounding into a costly double play, and the Cubs won it in the bottom half without recording a hit. After two intentional walks loaded the bases, Michael Busch drew a walk to force in the winning run.

The loss was Cincinnati’s sixth straight and second consecutive extra-inning loss to Chicago. During the skid, the Reds have fallen from first place to fourth in the NL Central, while the Cubs extended their winning streak to eight games.

The Reds will try to avoid a sweep Thursday afternoon at Wrigley Field. The Inside Pitch pregame show begins at 1:50 p.m. and first pitch is scheduled to take place at 2:20 p.m. on WMDJ FM 100.1.

CHICAGO, Il. (WMDJ) — The Reds dropped their fifth straight game Wednesday night, falling to the Cubs 3-2 in 10 innings at Wrigley Field.

Cincinnati struck first in the opening inning when JJ Bleday launched a solo home run to right-center field for a 1-0 lead. Nathaniel Lowe added another solo shot in the sixth inning to push the Reds advantage to 2-0.

Andrew Abbott turned in a strong start for Cincinnati, tossing 5 and 2/3 scoreless innings while allowing four hits and striking out four.

Chicago began its comeback in the seventh inning on an RBI single from Alex Bregman that cut the deficit to 2-1. Michael Busch tied the game in the eighth with a solo homer to right-center field.

The Reds had another setback in the ninth inning when closer Emilio Pagán exited with a left hamstring injury after throwing just one pitch.

In the 10th inning, Busch delivered again with a walk-off RBI single to center field that scored Dansby Swanson and gave the Cubs the series-clinching win.

The Reds fall to 20-16 on the season. Game three of the series is Thursday night at 7:40 p.m. with the Inside Pitch pregame show starting at 7:10 on WMDJ FM 100.1.

CHICAGO Il. (WMDJ) — The Reds couldn’t hold on late Monday night, falling to the Cubs 5-4 in Chicago.

Cincinnati built an early lead behind solo home runs from JJ Bleday and a two-run shot from Ke’Bryan Hayes, finishing with four runs on 10 hits.

Spencer Steer put Cincinnati back in front in the eighth with an RBI double that scored Blake Dunn, giving the Reds a 4-3 lead.

Then the ninth inning got away from them, with Nico Hoerner tying it on a sacrifice fly before Michael Conforto won it with a walk-off solo home run.

Emilio Pagán took the loss in relief, allowing two runs in the ninth. Starter Petty went five and two-thirds innings, giving up three runs on four hits.

The game was delayed one hour and 40 minutes due to rain.

The Reds and Cubs continue their four-game series Tuesday night at Wrigley Field. Coverage begins with the Inside Pitch pregame show at 7:10 on WMDJ FM 100.1. First pitch is set for 7:40 PM EST.

PITTSBURGH, Pa. (WMDJ) — The Cincinnati Reds were shut out Sunday, falling 1-0 to the Pittsburgh Pirates in a tightly played game. If you really love pitching and low scoring, this was the game for you.

The Reds managed just four hits and struck out eight times, unable to capitalize on limited opportunities at the plate.

Pittsburgh scored the game’s only run in the eighth inning on an RBI single from Oneil Cruz.

Cincinnati starter Chase Burns turned in a strong performance, tossing seven shutout innings while allowing three hits and striking out seven. However, the bullpen allowed the deciding run in the eighth.

The loss drops the Reds to 20-14 on the season and marks their first series sweep of the year.

Cincinnati will look to bounce back Monday as they open a four-game series against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. The Inside Pitch pregame show will start at 7:10 PM with first pitch being scheduled for 7:40 on WMDJ FM 100.1.

PITTSBURGH, Pa. (WMDJ) — The Cincinnati Reds jumped out early, but it quickly unraveled in historic fashion.

Cincinnati took a 2-0 lead in the first inning on a two-run double from Nathaniel Lowe, but Pittsburgh answered with five runs in the bottom half and never looked back in a 17-7 win at PNC Park.

The turning point came in the second inning, when starter Rhett Lowder and reliever Connor Phillips combined to issue seven straight walks, tying a Major League record. The Pirates scored five runs in the inning without recording a hit, stretching the lead to 10-3.

Pittsburgh kept the pressure on, adding five more runs in the fourth inning and finishing with 19 hits. Seven different players drove in runs, with Ryan O’Hearn, Marcell Ozuna and Spencer Horwitz each recording three RBIs. Konnor Griffin added four hits in the win.

The Reds showed some offense, including a home run from Will Benson and a two-run shot by JJ Bleday, but couldn’t keep pace.

Cincinnati used seven pitchers in the game, combining to allow 17 runs on 19 hits while walking 11 batters.

The loss drops the Reds to 20-13 as they try to avoid being swept for the first time this season. They’ll try to bounce back Sunday afternoon in Pittsburgh. The Inside Pitch pregame show starts at 1:05 PM and first pitch is scheduled for 1:35 PM on WMDJ FM 100.1. 

PITTSBURGH, Pa. (WMDJ) —  The Cincinnati Reds struggled to get anything going Friday night, falling to the Pittsburgh Pirates, 9-1, in the series opener at PNC Park.

Pittsburgh used the long ball early and often, hitting four home runs in the win. Bryan Reynolds opened the scoring with a solo shot in the first and later added an RBI triple in the third.

Henry Davis had a big night for the Pirates, going 2-for-3 with two home runs and three RBIs. Marcell Ozuna also homered, driving in two runs.

The Reds were held to just three hits. TJ Friedl went 2-for-4 and scored Cincinnati’s lone run in the sixth inning on an RBI groundout by Elly De La Cruz.

Reds starter Brady Singer took the loss, allowing four runs on seven hits over 3.1 innings. Cincinnati pitching gave up 12 hits, eight walks and four home runs.

The Reds will look to bounce back Saturday afternoon in game two of the three-game set. First pitch is set for 4:05 p.m. at PNC Park, with the Inside Pitch pregame show starting at 3:35 p.m. on WMDJ FM 100.

CINCINNATI, Oh. (WMDJ) — The Cincinnati Reds rallied from an early deficit Thursday afternoon, beating the Colorado Rockies 6-4 in the final game of their three game series.

Colorado jumped ahead in the first inning on Tyler Freeman’s two-run homer, but Cincinnati answered in the second with a solo shot from Nathaniel Lowe.

The Reds took the lead in the fifth when TJ Friedl hit a two-run homer, scoring Spencer Steer to make it 3-2. Steer added an RBI single in the sixth, then drove in another run with a double in the eighth. Dane Myers also brought in a run on a groundout.

Andrew Abbott earned the win for Cincinnati, allowing two runs on five hits over six innings while striking out five. The Reds bullpen held Colorado scoreless until the ninth, when the Rockies scored twice before Cincinnati closed out the win.

Steer led the Reds at the plate with two hits and two RBIs. Lowe also had two hits and scored twice.

The Reds will open a three-game series Friday in Pittsburgh against the Pirates at PNC Park. Coverage begins at 6:15 p.m., with first pitch scheduled for 6:45 on WMDJ-FM 100.1.

CINCINNATI, Oh. (WMDJ) — The Cincinnati Reds fell behind early and never recovered in a 13-2 loss to the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday night at Great American Ballpark.

Colorado broke the game open in the first inning. Brett Sullivan cleared the bases with a three-run double to give the Rockies a quick 3-0 lead.

The Rockies kept adding on. Willi Castro drove in a run in the third, and Hunter Goodman hit a solo home run in the fifth before adding a two-run shot in the seventh.

Cincinnati starter Brandon Williamson took the loss after allowing four runs in three innings. He exited the game early with left shoulder fatigue.

Colorado piled on late, scoring six runs in the ninth inning to put the game out of reach.

The Reds were held scoreless until the ninth, when Will Benson hit a two-run home run to avoid the shutout.

Cincinnati finished with 10 hits but struggled to convert with runners on base.

Reds catcher Jose Trevino actually pitched late in the game for the Reds, allowing five runs in one inning.

The Reds will look to bounce back and take the series Wednesday afternoon. The Inside Pitch pregame show begins at 12:10 p.m., with first pitch set for 12:40 on WMDJ FM 100.1.

CINCINNATI, Oh. (WMDJ) — Elly De La Cruz drove in four runs as the Cincinnati Reds beat the Colorado Rockies 7-2.

De La Cruz went 3-for-4 with a two-run homer and two RBI singles. Spencer Steer added a two-run home run in the first inning, helping Cincinnati jump out to an early 3-0 lead.

Dane Myers scored three runs and finished with two hits for the Reds. Nathaniel Lowe also had two hits and drove in a run.

Colorado cut the lead to 4-2 in the fifth, but Cincinnati added three more runs in the eighth to pull away.

Reds starter Chase Burns earned the win, allowing two runs on seven hits over six innings. Burns struck out nine and walked one.

Kyle Freeland took the loss for Colorado after giving up four runs over five innings.

The Reds finished with seven runs on 11 hits.

Tomorrow, the Reds and Rockies resume their series at Great American Ballpark at 6:10 PM for pregame coverage and first pitch is scheduled for 6:40 PM on WMDJ FM 100.1

CINCINNATI, Oh. (WMDJ) — The Reds couldn’t complete the sweep Sunday, falling to the Tigers 8-3 at Great American Ballpark.

Detroit struck early with a two-run double from Kerry Carpenter in the first inning to take a 2-0 lead.

Cincinnati answered back, getting solo home runs from Nathaniel Lowe in the second and JJ Bleday, who was just called up from Triple-A, in the fourth. The Reds briefly took a 3-2 lead in the fifth when Matt McLain drove in a run with a double.

The game turned in the seventh.

Hao-Yu Lee hit his first career home run to put Detroit back in front, and Spencer Torkelson followed with a solo shot, his fifth straight game with a home run. The Tigers added another run on a sacrifice fly to extend the lead.

Detroit put the game away in the eighth with a two-run homer from Gleyber Torres.

The Reds finished with seven hits, while Detroit tallied 12.

Cincinnati still takes the series and will have Monday off before hosting the Colorado Rockies for a three-game set. First pitch Tuesday is scheduled for 6:40 p.m., with pregame coverage at 6:10 on WMDJ FM 100.1.

CINCINNATI, Oh. (WMDJ) — The Reds used a power surge and a big performance from Sal Stewart to beat the Tigers 9-2 in Game 2 of the series Saturday at Great American Ballpark.

Detroit struck first on a leadoff home run by Kevin McGonigle, but Cincinnati answered immediately in the bottom of the first.

Stewart put the Reds in front with a three-run homer, and Nathaniel Lowe followed with a solo shot to make it 4-1.

The Reds added more in the second when Elly De La Cruz hit a two-run home run to extend the lead to 6-1.

Detroit got one back on a Spencer Torkelson solo homer in the fourth, but Cincinnati pulled away for good in the sixth. Stewart delivered again with a two-run single, scoring Ke’Bryan Hayes and TJ Friedl to make it 8-2.

Friedl added a solo home run in the eighth to cap the scoring.

Stewart finished with three hits and five RBIs to lead the Reds offense, while Friedl added three hits and two runs scored.

Brady Singer picked up the win after allowing two runs over 5.1 innings.

The Reds and Tigers wrap up the series Sunday afternoon. The Inside Pitch pregame show begins at 1:10 p.m., with first pitch set for 1:40 p.m. on WMDJ FM 100.1.

CINCINNATI, Oh. (WMDJ) — The Reds put together one of their wildest wins of the season Friday night, rallying past the Detroit Tigers 9-8 in a game delayed nearly two hours by rain.

Cincinnati trailed 5-0 early after home runs from Riley Greene and Javier Báez, plus a two-run double by Matt Vierling. Detroit added another run in the fourth to take full control.

The Reds began chipping away in the fifth. Matt McLain sparked the comeback with a two-run homer, his first of the season, cutting the deficit to three. Nathaniel Lowe followed with a solo shot in the sixth to make it 5-3.

McLain delivered again in the seventh, blasting his second home run of the night to tie the game at five, marking his first career multi-homer game.

Cincinnati then took the lead later in the inning on a Tigers error and an RBI double from Tyler Stephenson, going up 7-5.

Detroit answered in the eighth with a pair of home runs to reclaim an 8-7 lead, setting up late drama.

In the ninth, Lowe, who was not originally in the starting lineup and added shortly before first pitch due to an injury delivered the final blow. His two-run home run to right-center gave the Reds a 9-8 walk-off win, his first as a Red.

Cincinnati finished with 11 hits in the comeback victory. 

It was another rough outing for Andrew Abbott on the mound at he gave up five runs on six hits after four innings of work. Graham Ashcraft got the win for the Reds in relief.

The Reds will face the Tigers in game two of their series tonight at Great American Ballpark. The Inisde Pitch pregame show will start at 6:45 PM and first pitch is scheduled for 7:15 PM. We'll have all the action for you on WMDJ FM 100.1.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WMDJ) — The Cincinnati Reds couldn’t complete the sweep on Wednesday, falling 6-1 to the Tampa Bay Rays, but still took the three-game series two games to one.

Tampa Bay did most of its damage early. The Rays scored three runs in the second inning, highlighted by RBI singles from Ben Williamson and Yandy Díaz, along with a sacrifice fly from Chandler Simpson that included a throwing error.

Junior Caminero added to the lead in the third with a solo home run to make it 4-0.

The Reds’ only run came in the fifth inning on a sacrifice fly from P.J. Higgins that scored Nathaniel Lowe.

Tampa Bay answered with another run in the fifth on an RBI single by Ryan Vilade and added one more in the seventh on a groundout by Caminero.

Cincinnati finished with five hits and went 0-for-2 with runners in scoring position.

Starter Brandon Williamson took the loss, allowing five runs on seven hits over 4.1 innings. The bullpen allowed one additional run the rest of the way.

Despite the loss, the Reds leave Tampa with a series win.

Cincinnati has Thursday off before returning home Friday to open a three-game series against the Detroit Tigers at Great American Ballpark. First pitch is set for 6:40 p.m., with the Inside Pitch pregame show beginning at 6:10 p.m. on WMDJ FM 100.1.

De La Cruz finished with two home runs and five RBIs, including a two-run shot in the first inning to get the Reds on the board early. He added an RBI single in the seventh and another homer in the ninth to cap off his night.

Cincinnati didn’t let up, hitting four home runs in total. Ke’Bryan Hayes and Dane Myers went back-to-back in the second inning, while Spencer Steer added a solo shot in the fifth.

The Reds broke things open in the sixth, scoring four runs. Matt McLain drove in a run with a double, and Sal Stewart added a two-run single as part of the rally.

On the mound, Chase Burns went 5.2 innings, allowing two runs while striking out eight to earn the win.

Tampa Bay tried to rally late, scoring four runs in the ninth, but the Reds had already built a comfortable lead.

Cincinnati finished with 12 runs on 10 hits and will look to keep the momentum going in game two of the series.

The final game of the series between these two teams takes place Wednesday afternoon for a businessman's special. Pregame show will start at 12:40 PM and first pitch is scheduled for 1:10 PM right here on WMDJ FM 100.1. 

MINNEAPOLIS, Mn. (WMDJ) — The Cincinnati Reds scored three runs in the ninth inning, then added two more in the 10th to beat the Minnesota Twins 7-4 on Sunday.

Minnesota built a 3-0 lead early on RBI hits from Victor Caratini and Josh Bell, but the Reds got on the board in the fourth when Sal Stewart drove in Elly De La Cruz on a groundout.

Cincinnati’s biggest swing came in the ninth. With the Reds down to their final outs, TJ Friedl lined a three-run double to center field to put Cincinnati on top 4-3.

The Twins answered in the bottom half of the inning when Austin Martin doubled home the tying run to send the game to extras.

In the 10th, Eugenio Suárez reached on a fielding error that allowed De La Cruz to score, and Rece Hinds followed with a two-run double to give the Reds the cushion they needed.

The game ended in unusual fashion when Reds catcher P.J. Higgins used the automated ball-strike challenge system to overturn a called ball into strike three for the final out.

Friedl finished with two hits and three RBIs, while Hinds drove in two. Reds closer Emilio Pagán actually picked up the win in relief and Graham Ashcraft earned the save.

The Reds now head to Florida to face the Tampa Bay Rays. First pitch is set for 6:40 p.m. Monday, with Inside Pitch at 6:10 on WMDJ FM 100.1.

MINNEAPOLIS, Mn. (WMDJ) — The Cincinnati Reds scored twice in the final two innings to rally past the Minnesota Twins 5-4 on Saturday.

Minnesota struck first with a two-run triple from Ryan Jeffers in the opening inning, then added runs in the third and fifth to build a 4-2 lead.

Cincinnati chipped away throughout the game. Tyler Stephenson drove in a pair of runs with a sacrifice fly in the second and an RBI single in the fourth.

The Reds pulled within one in the seventh on an RBI single from Elly De La Cruz, then tied the game in the eighth on a sacrifice fly from Rece Hinds.

In the ninth, Dane Myers delivered the go-ahead run with an RBI single to center, scoring Spencer Steer to give Cincinnati the lead.

At the plate, Eugenio Suárez and Noelvi Marte each had two hits, while Stephenson finished with two RBIs.

On the mound, Reds starter Andrew Abbott allowed four runs over 4.2 innings, while the bullpen held Minnesota scoreless the rest of the way. Randy Santillan picked up the save.

Cincinnati and Minnesota will wrap up their three-game series on Sunday. The Inside Pitch pregame will start at 1:40 PM with first pitch scheduled for 2:10 PM on WMDJ FM 100.1. 

MINNEAPOLIS, Mn. (WMDJ) — The Cincinnati Reds scratched across just enough offense and held on late to beat the Minnesota Twins 2-1 on Friday night.

The Reds broke through in the fourth inning. Eugenio Suárez delivered the key hit, lining a two-run double to center that scored Elly De La Cruz and Sal Stewart for an early 2-0 lead.

Minnesota answered in the fifth on a sacrifice fly from Austin Martin, cutting the deficit to one, but that would be all the offense the Twins could manage.

Cincinnati’s pitching staff made the lead hold up. Starter Brandon Williamson earned the win after allowing one run over 5.1 innings. The bullpen followed with 3.2 scoreless frames, and Emilio Pagán closed it out for his sixth save.

The Reds finished with four hits, led by Suárez with two and both RBIs. Minnesota had five hits but went 0-for-4 with runners in scoring position.

Cincinnati improves to 12-8 and second place in the NL Central with the win and continues the series against the Twins on Saturday. First pitch is scheduled for 2:10 PM with the Inside Pitch pregame show set for 1:40 PM on WMDJ FM 100.1. 

STANVILLE, Ky. (WMDJ) — A familiar face is returning to the sidelines in Floyd County.

Betsy Layne High School has named Cassandra Akers as the new head coach of the Ladycats girls basketball program.

Akers previously led the program from 1998 to 2007, building one of the most successful runs in school history. During her first stint, she guided the Ladycats to a 162-98 record, winning four 58th District titles, three 15th Region All “A” titles and two 15th Region titles.

She also led Betsy Layne to an Elite Eight appearance in the 2003 KHSAA Sweet 16.

Akers’ impact has extended well beyond her time on the bench. She was inducted into the Betsy Layne High School Hall of Fame in 2009, and in 2020, the court at the school’s gymnasium was named “Cassandra Akers Court” in her honor.

Akers replaces Kory Thacker, who led the Ladycats to a 16-14 record and a 58th District championship this past season.

School officials say her return brings experience, tradition and a strong connection to the Betsy Layne community as the program moves forward.

*Photo courtesy of Betsy Layne High School

CINCINNATI, Oh. (WMDJ) — The Cincinnati Reds were held to just one hit Thursday, falling 3-0 to the San Francisco Giants in the series finale.

There was little offense on either side until the seventh inning, when San Francisco broke through. Matt Chapman delivered an RBI double to score Luis Arraez for the game’s first run. Jung Hoo Lee followed with an RBI single, and Casey Schmitt added another run-scoring hit to make it 3-0.

That would be more than enough for the Giants’ pitching staff, which limited Cincinnati to a single hit on the day. Giants starter Landen Roupp got the win today, only surrendering one hit in six innings of work. Erik Miller also got his first save of the season.

Reds catcher P.J. Higgins recorded the team’s only hit in the loss.

The Reds now head out on the road to face the Minnesota Twins. First pitch is set for 8:10 p.m. Friday, with the Inside Pitch pregame show beginning at 7:40 p.m. on WMDJ.