The Cincinnati Reds took on the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on July 23, 2025. The Reds came out on top with a 5-0 win. This victory improved their record to 52-50, placing them fourth in the NL Central.

Nick Lodolo was the winning pitcher for the Reds, going the full nine innings and allowing only four hits. He struck out eight Nationals batters. Jake Fraley contributed to the Reds’ offense with an RBI, while Nick Marte added a double to the team’s efforts.

The Cincinnati Reds scored first in the fourth inning. They added to their lead with two runs in the eighth inning. Two more runs in the ninth sealed the game for the Reds. The Washington Nationals could not score against Reds pitcher Nick Lodolo. He pitched a complete game, allowing just four hits. The Nationals struggled to get on base throughout the game. Nick Lodolo played a key role for the Reds. He pitched a complete game, allowing only four hits and striking out eight batters. His strong performance helped him secure the win, improving his record to 7-6 with a 3.33 ERA. Jake Fraley contributed on offense with two hits and an RBI. Noelvi Marte also had a double and an RBI, adding to the Reds’ scoring efforts. These contributions were vital in the Reds’ victory over the Nationals. Michael Soroka was the losing pitcher for the Nationals. He pitched 5.67 innings, giving up one run on two hits while striking out six. Despite his efforts, the Nationals could not generate any runs to support him.

What’s Next

The Cincinnati Reds’ win over the Nationals brings their record to 52-50. This places them 4th in the Central Division. The Reds are striving to climb higher in the standings as the season progresses. The Washington Nationals, with a record of 41-60, remain at the bottom of the East Division. This loss does not help their situation. As the season continues, they will need to make significant improvements to move up in the standings.

The Cincinnati Reds will begin a new series against the Tampa Bay Rays. Their next game is on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Great American Ball Park. The game will start at 7:10 PM, and it is the first of a three-game series at home.

The Washington Nationals will head to Minnesota to face the Twins. Their next game is on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Target Field. The game will start at 8:10 PM, marking the start of a three-game series on the road.

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