9 Reds (Aug 20, 2026) Game Recap

ESPN • August 20, 2026 • sports

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Cincinnati Reds' Dane Myers dropped a crucial fly ball with two outs in the ninth inning, leading to a six-run rally by the St. Louis Cardinals and a 10-9 Cardinals victory.
The Reds led 5-4 entering the ninth, but Myers' error allowed Masyn Winn and Jose Fermin to score, sparking the Cardinals' comeback.
Jordan Walker hit a three-run homer and contributed multiple RBIs for St. Louis, while Matt McLain hit his second career grand slam for Cincinnati in the sixth inning.
Cardinals pitcher Peter Strzelecki earned the win with two scoreless innings, while Ryan Stanek took the loss after giving up McLain's grand slam.
The Cardinals won the series 3-2, moving closer to a wild card spot, while the Reds fell further behind; St. Louis will next face Philadelphia in a weekend series.