Cardinals rally past Reds in ninth inning for 10-9 victory
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 9:28 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

In a dramatic game on August 20 at Great American Ball Park, the St. Louis Cardinals overcame a 5-4 deficit in the ninth inning to defeat the Cincinnati Reds 10-9. The Cardinals scored six runs in the final frame, aided by a critical misplay by Reds outfielder Dane Myers, who failed to catch a fly ball in challenging sunlight. After the Reds had previously taken the lead with a Matt McLain grand slam, they answered with four runs in their half of the ninth. However, a well-placed line drive from McLain with the bases loaded was snagged by Jordan Walker to end the game. The loss dropped the Reds to 61-68 on the season as they prepare for a demanding road trip through August 30.
- •Cardinals score six runs in the ninth inning to take the lead
- •Matt McLain hits a grand slam earlier for the Reds
- •Dane Myers misplays a crucial fly ball in the sunset
- •Reds dropped to 61-68 and are on a road trip through August 30
- •Next home game against Padres scheduled for August 31
- 9:28 PMYahoo Sports — 'It just glanced off.' Inside the critical play in the Reds loss to St. Louis
"Four combined pitchers were used in the top and bottom of the ninth inning, and 76 pitches were thrown.
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