The Reds are off tonight after a tough series in Miami, where the RedLegs came away with only one win. St. Louis and Pittsburgh helped them out, though, by not doing well in their respective series either. So as they lost, their magic number shrunk. Today the team was back off to Chicago for a series with the Cubs in Wrigley Field. With the Cubs good play against the Reds at home and the Reds less than desirable play as of late, this series has the ability to shorten the magic number greatly or extend it.
The key to success in Chicago, is going to have to come from the bats of the Reds. Defensively, they have excelled, but they are still stranding guys on base during key innings. They are getting hits, but not enough, and not when they need them. Hopefully, the day off will allow them to come in to Tuesday rested, strong, and ready to hit. In their last 10 games, the Reds are 5-5. The games that they lost, the team only scored a total of 10 runs. With the National League title and home field advantage also in reach, this series and the hits could be pivotal for Cincinnati.
Homer Bailey is going to kick off the 3 game series tomorrow night and will face Cubs starter Justin Germano. The pitching has been stellar for the team this season and Bailey is no different. In his last start, he allowed just one run in 7 innings. In his last three starts, he has only given up two or fewer runs. Tomorrow, should be a good show down, hopefully with Bailey putting the team on top.
The Reds and the Cubs square off at 8:05pm EST time tomorrow night. We're all Better Off Red!
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