A two-run homer by Hector Rodriguez, one of three longballs by Cincinnati, helped the visiting Reds beat the Atlanta Braves 7-6 on Thursday in the rubber game of their three-game series.
The Cincinnati Reds defeated the Atlanta Braves 7-6 on Thursday to win the rubber match of their three-game series. Hector Rodriguez hit a decisive two-run home run in the sixth inning off A.J. Smith-Shawver to put Cincinnati ahead for good. Carlos Jorge opened the game with his first career home run, and Elly De La Cruz added his 30th home run of the season.
Connor Phillips earned the win in relief with 1 1/3 scoreless innings, while Emilio Pagan secured his 25th save. Cincinnati starter Brady Singer and Atlanta starter Tyler Mahle each allowed five runs. Austin Riley homered for Atlanta, but the Braves fell short, leaving the season series tied at 3-3.
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