Reds Avoid Sweep with 4-3 Victory Over Brewers

The Cincinnati Reds defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 to snap the Brewers' five-game winning streak and avoid a series sweep. Santiago Espinal was pivotal, driving in two runs and scoring the go-ahead run in the seventh inning. Despite striking out 13 times and lackluster performances from key players like Jonathan India and Elly De La Cruz, the Reds' defense and strategic plays, including three double plays, were crucial. Closer Alexis Díaz sealed the victory with a perfect ninth inning for his 23rd save of the season. The Brewers' William Contreras was ejected in the eighth, and DL Hall, pitching for the first time since April, struck out a career-high nine batters. This win marked only the 12th time in 47 meetings that the Reds have bested the Brewers.