sports and game - In a game that epitomized the dramatic nature of the 2025 MLB season, the Cincinnati Reds ended the Milwaukee Brewers' historic 14-game winning streak with a thrilling 3-2 extra-innings victory at Gre...
at American Ball Park.
The contest showcased the resilience of both teams, with the Brewers nearly extending their remarkable streak after William Contreras launched a go-ahead two-run homer in the ninth inning. However, the Reds demonstrated their own comeback abilities, forcing extra innings before Austin Hays delivered his second career walk-off hit in the 10th.
The game began as a masterful pitching duel between Reds' left-hander Andrew Abbott and Brewers' veteran Jose Quintana, with both hurlers keeping the opposition scoreless through six innings. The quality of pitching highlighted why both teams have been successful in 2025, with strong rotations anchoring their playoff aspirations.
This victory holds particular significance for the Reds, who maintained their impressive streak of avoiding series sweeps - now at 40 series, surpassing the 1970 team's record of 32. This consistency has been a hallmark of their success this season.
For the Brewers, the loss marked just their 14th blown save of the season, demonstrating their usual bullpen excellence despite this rare setback. Their overall record of 53-17 in their last 70 games underscores their emergence as a National League powerhouse.
The game's decisive moment came when Spencer Steer's sacrifice bunt and intentional walks to Elly De La Cruz and Will Benson set the stage for Hays' heroics. The strategic chess match in extra innings showcased the tactical acumen of both managers in a playoff-like atmosphere.
The contest showcased the resilience of both teams, with the Brewers nearly extending their remarkable streak after William Contreras launched a go-ahead two-run homer in the ninth inning. However, the Reds demonstrated their own comeback abilities, forcing extra innings before Austin Hays delivered his second career walk-off hit in the 10th.
The game began as a masterful pitching duel between Reds' left-hander Andrew Abbott and Brewers' veteran Jose Quintana, with both hurlers keeping the opposition scoreless through six innings. The quality of pitching highlighted why both teams have been successful in 2025, with strong rotations anchoring their playoff aspirations.
This victory holds particular significance for the Reds, who maintained their impressive streak of avoiding series sweeps - now at 40 series, surpassing the 1970 team's record of 32. This consistency has been a hallmark of their success this season.
For the Brewers, the loss marked just their 14th blown save of the season, demonstrating their usual bullpen excellence despite this rare setback. Their overall record of 53-17 in their last 70 games underscores their emergence as a National League powerhouse.
The game's decisive moment came when Spencer Steer's sacrifice bunt and intentional walks to Elly De La Cruz and Will Benson set the stage for Hays' heroics. The strategic chess match in extra innings showcased the tactical acumen of both managers in a playoff-like atmosphere.