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Arizona Diamondbacks vs Cincinnati Reds β Recap
March 8, 2026 Β· Goodyear Ballpark Β· View Preview
Game Recap
The Cincinnati Reds pulled away from the Arizona Diamondbacks with an offensive outburst, securing a decisive 13-4 victory. A five-run sixth inning provided the pivotal rally, allowing Cincinnati to extend its lead and cruise to the win.
The Reds offense, though slow to initially build a substantial lead, came alive with a consistent attack that eventually overwhelmed the Diamondbacks. While Arizona managed four runs, Cincinnatiβs lineup continually added to their tally throughout the contest. This steady pressure culminated in a massive inning that turned a competitive game into a rout.
The decisive blow came in the sixth inning when the Reds erupted for five runs, their largest scoring frame of the game. This significant rally allowed Cincinnati to create substantial separation. Driving much of the offensive production was Ryan McCrystal, who delivered a standout performance with two hits, including a home run, and three runs batted in. On the mound, Brady Singer provided crucial relief, pitching three scoreless innings while striking out three Diamondbacks batters, effectively shutting down Arizona's attempts at a comeback.
Cincinnati's combination of relentless hitting, particularly during their explosive sixth inning, and solid relief work ultimately secured their dominant victory. The Reds simply outpaced the Diamondbacks offensively, ensuring a comfortable margin by game's end. With the win, Cincinnati improved its record to 60-65, while Arizona fell to 66-60.
Player of the Game
Turning Point
The game turned in the 6th inning, when the Cincinnati Reds scored 5 runs.
Pitching
| Pitcher | Team | IP | H | R | ER | BB | K | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brady Singer |
|
3.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 9.00 |
| Shawn Dubin L |
|
2.0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.60 |
| Darren McCaughan |
|
1.2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.93 |
| Graham Ashcraft |
|
1.1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 27.00 |
| John Curtiss |
|
1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.75 |
| Kevin Ginkel |
|
1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3.00 |
| Ryan Thompson |
|
1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.50 |
| Emilio Pagan |
|
1.0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 18.00 |
| Luis Mey |
|
1.0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 27.00 |
| Tony Santillan W |
|
1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 10.13 |
| Drey Jameson |
|
0.2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4.91 |
| Sandro Santana |
|
0.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.00 |
| Spencer Giesting |
|
0.2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 15.75 |
| Wilkin Paredes |
|
0.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 13.50 |
| Adonys Perez |
|
0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 |
| Junior Fernandez |
|
0.1 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 21.00 |
| Taylor Rashi |
|
0.1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8.31 |
Batting
| Batter | Team | AB | H | HR | RBI | R | BB | K |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Waldschmidt |
|
3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Ryan McCrystal |
|
2 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Jordan Lawlar |
|
4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Tyson Lewis |
|
2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| LuJames Groover |
|
4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Will Benson |
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Zavier Warren |
|
2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Carlos Jorge |
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Rafhlmil Torres |
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Rece Hinds |
|
3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Spencer Steer |
|
3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| James McCann |
|
4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Oscar Mercado |
|
3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Christian Encarnacion-Strand |
|
3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Elly De La Cruz |
|
3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Ke'Bryan Hayes |
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Matt McLain |
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
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