Reds Defeat Blue Jays 6-3 to End Slide

TJ Friedl showcased a strong performance in the Cincinnati Reds' 6-3 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays, going 3-for-4 with a home run, two runs scored, and one RBI. This marked Friedl's first three-hit game in 30 outings and his fifth homer in 12 games, indicating a potential upswing in his performance after struggling with a .237 batting average this season. The Reds overcame a three-game losing streak, fueled by a four-run sixth inning, during which Spencer Steer contributed a tiebreaking RBI double. Kevin Gausman, the Blue Jays' starter, suffered his first loss since July 5, allowing four runs in five-plus innings. Both Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Ernie Clement hit solo homers for Toronto, but their efforts weren't enough to secure a win. The Reds' victory also highlighted the MLB debut of pitcher Julian Aguiar, who allowed two runs in four innings.