The Cincinnati Reds played against the New York Mets at Great American Ball Park on September 7, 2025. The Reds came out on top with a 3–2 win. This victory brought their record to 71-71, placing them third in the NL Central.

Hunter Greene was the winning pitcher for the Reds, improving his record to 5-4 with a 2.70 ERA. He pitched seven innings, striking out 12 batters while allowing just one run. On the offensive side, Elly De La Cruz contributed with a double and an RBI, helping the Reds secure the win.

The Mets scored first in the third inning with a solo home run by Juan Soto. This gave them a 1-0 lead. The Reds answered back in the fourth inning when Elly De La Cruz hit a double, bringing in a run to tie the game at 1-1. In the sixth inning, the Reds took the lead with two runs. Austin Hays hit a sacrifice fly, scoring one run, and then another run scored, making it 3-1. The Mets tried to rally in the ninth inning with Brett Baty hitting a home run, but it wasn’t enough. The Reds held on to win 3-2.

Hunter Greene was a key player for the Reds, earning the win with a strong performance on the mound. He pitched seven innings, allowing just one hit and one run. Greene struck out 12 batters, showcasing his ability to dominate opposing hitters.

For the Reds’ offense, Elly De La Cruz and Austin Hays were important contributors. De La Cruz hit a double and drove in a run, while Hays drove in two runs with his performance at the plate. Their efforts helped secure the Reds’ victory over the Mets.

On the Mets’ side, Brandon Sproat took the loss despite a solid outing. He pitched six innings, allowing three runs on three hits and striking out seven. Juan Soto and Brett Baty each hit a home run, driving in the two runs for the Mets.

What’s Next

The Reds’ win brings their record to an even 71-71, keeping them in 3rd place in the Central division. This game helps them stay competitive as the season progresses. The Reds look to close the gap and possibly move up in the standings. The Mets, now at 76-66, remain in 2nd place in the East division. This loss is a setback as they try to catch the division leader. Both teams aim to improve their records with the season winding down.

The New York Mets will start a new series against the Philadelphia Phillies. They will play four games away at Citizens Bank Park. The first game is on Monday, September 8, 2025, at 6:45 PM. Probable starters for the game have not been announced yet.

The Cincinnati Reds will travel to face the San Diego Padres for a three-game series. Their next game is set for Monday, September 8, 2025, at 9:40 PM at PETCO Park. The starting pitchers for this series have not been confirmed yet.

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