The Cincinnati Reds took on the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium on September 15, 2025. The Reds won the game 11–6. Connor Phillips earned the win, improving his record to 2-0 with a 3.44 ERA.

Spencer Steer made a big impact, going 3-for-5 with two RBIs. Tyler Stephenson also played well, driving in three runs. The Reds’ victory pushed their record to 74-75, while the Cardinals fell to 73-77.

The Reds and Cardinals both scored in the second inning. The Reds took the lead with two runs in the third. The game remained tight with the Cardinals tying it in the sixth with three runs. The Reds pulled ahead in the seventh with three runs. They added one more in the eighth and secured their win with four runs in the ninth. The Cardinals managed two runs in the seventh but couldn’t catch up, making the final score 11-6.

Connor Phillips was the winning pitcher for the Reds. He pitched one inning, allowing no hits and striking out two batters. This performance helped him improve his record to 2-0 with a 3.44 ERA.

On the batting side, Sam Stewart had a strong game for the Reds. He went 3-for-5, scoring three runs and driving in two with a home run. Tyler Stephenson also contributed with two hits and three RBIs, including a double.

Ryan Fernandez took the loss for the Cardinals. He pitched just a third of an inning, giving up one run on one hit and two walks. His record fell to 0-3 with an 8.75 ERA after this outing.

What’s Next

The Reds’ win over the Cardinals puts them at 74-75, holding 3rd place in the Central Division. This victory helps them stay close to the .500 mark as the season nears its end. The Reds’ position allows them to remain competitive within the division standings. On the other hand, the Cardinals’ loss drops their record to 73-77, placing them in 4th in the Central Division. The loss impacts their chances of climbing higher in the standings. Both teams are close in the standings, which makes their head-to-head games important as the season progresses.

The Cincinnati Reds will continue their series against the St. Louis Cardinals. They play on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at Busch Stadium. The game will start at 7:45 PM. The series will also have a game on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at 1:15 PM, before the Reds head home to face the Chicago Cubs on Thursday.

The St. Louis Cardinals will also continue the series against the Reds on Tuesday and Wednesday. After these games, they will stay at home to start a new series against the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday, September 19, 2025. This game is scheduled for 8:15 PM at Busch Stadium.

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