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Barry Larkin discusses struggles of Cincinnati Reds after Cubs loss

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Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Barry Larkin discusses struggles of Cincinnati Reds after Cubs loss

Summary

Barry Larkin criticized the Cincinnati Reds' performance following a 9-1 loss to the Chicago Cubs in their last home game of the 2026 season. After a stretch of games against top NL teams, the Reds finished with a 9-13 record over a 22-game period, including a disappointing 3-10 in their last 13 games. Larkin emphasized the need for significant improvements for the team to compete at a higher level, echoing sentiments shared by fellow Reds legend Joey Votto. The Reds are scheduled to face the Atlanta Braves in a three-game series to conclude the season.

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By the Numbers

•Reds lost 9-1 to Cubs in final home game of 2026 season.
•Barry Larkin claims team is far behind MLB's best.
•Reds finished 9-13 against top National League teams in August.
•Joey Votto supports Larkin's analysis of team performance.
•Cincinnati faces Atlanta Braves in upcoming series.

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7:01 AMYahoo Sports — Barry Larkin Shares Blunt Message on State of Cincinnati Reds

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When the Cincinnati Reds won the 1990 World Series, Barry Larkin was the starting shortstop. In 1995, Larkin won the National League MVP as the Reds won the National League Central and reached the NLCS. To date, the Reds have not won another World Series or advanced in the postseason.Following nearly one month’s worth of […] The post Barry Larkin Shares Blunt Message on State of Cincinnati Reds appeared first on HEAVY.
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