The Cincinnati Reds took on the Athletics at Sutter Health Park on September 14, 2025. The Athletics won 7–4, improving their record to 69-80. The Reds dropped to 74-74 after the game.
Athletics’ pitcher, Morales, pitched for five innings, allowing three runs and striking out two. Key performances included Rooker’s home run and two RBIs. Kurtz also hit a home run and drove in two runs, contributing to their win.
The Reds scored early with one run in the first inning and added two more in the second, taking a 3-0 lead. The Athletics didn’t score until the fourth inning, when they put up two runs. They tied the game in the fifth with two more runs. In the sixth inning, the Athletics gained the lead, adding one more run. They extended their lead in the seventh with two additional runs. The Reds managed to score one more run in the eighth, but the Athletics held on for a 7-4 win.
For the Athletics, several players stood out with strong performances. Jace Wilson contributed by scoring twice and hitting a home run, adding one RBI to his stats. Nolan Kurtz also made a significant impact with a home run and two RBIs. Brent Rooker and Cody Thomas each hit home runs, with Rooker driving in two runs.
On the pitching side, Luis Morales started for the Athletics and pitched five innings. He allowed three runs on four hits and struck out two batters. Morales earned the win for his efforts. Mitchell Kelly closed the game with a scoreless inning, securing the victory for his team.
For the Reds, Noelvi Marte and Will Benson each hit home runs. Marte collected one RBI, while Benson drove in two. On the mound, Nick Lodolo took the loss. He pitched 5.33 innings, giving up five runs on eight hits and striking out five batters.
What’s Next
The Athletics’ win over the Reds improved their record to 69-80. They remain in 4th place in the West division. This win helps them gain momentum as the season nears its end. The Reds, now at 74-74, stay in 3rd place in the Central division. This loss makes their path to a better position more challenging. Their performance in upcoming games will be crucial as they aim to climb higher in the standings.
The Cincinnati Reds will start a new series against the St. Louis Cardinals. Their next game is on Monday, September 15, 2025, at 7:45 PM. This game will take place at Busch Stadium, marking the beginning of a three-game series.
The Athletics will head to Boston to face the Red Sox. Their next game is on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 6:45 PM. The game will be held at Fenway Park, starting a three-game series against the Red Sox.
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Last updated:September 15, 2025 Athletics, Reds