Cincinnati Reds face struggles after mixed results against Cardinals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 6:55 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The Cincinnati Reds took a 6-5 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals in 10 innings on August 17 but had lost the opening game of the doubleheader earlier in the day. This win follows a rough weekend where the Reds suffered three straight home losses to the Miami Marlins. Sitting at 59-65, the Reds are 17 games behind the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Central, raising questions about responsibility for their disappointing season. Manager Terry Francona, the front office, and player performance are all under scrutiny as injuries and poor play have taken a toll on the team’s potential.
- •Reds beat Cardinals 6-5 in 10 innings on August 17.
- •Reds lost first game of doubleheader earlier that day.
- •Team has lost three straight home games to Marlins.
- •Reds stand at 59-65, last in NL Central, 17 games behind.
- •Injuries and player performance raise concerns for next steps.
- 6:55 PMYahoo Sports — Who shoulders the blame for this latest bad Reds season?
"There’s plenty to go around. Who deserves the most?
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