Cincinnati Reds fall to St. Louis Cardinals, blown lead in ninth inning
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 7:48 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
The Cincinnati Reds lost to the St. Louis Cardinals 10-9 on August 20, 2026, in a dramatic contest. A two-out error by center fielder Dane Myers in the ninth inning allowed the Cardinals to score four runs, transforming a one-run Reds lead into a setback. Although the Reds rallied with four runs in the bottom of the ninth, they fell short after Matt McLain's attempt to drive in the winning run ended in a flyout. This defeat marked the Reds' third series loss in four attempts and extended their struggles, leaving them with a 5-9 record in their last four series. They now face a challenging road trip as they head to Phoenix.
- •Reds led 5-4 before the ninth inning collapse.
- •McLain hit a grand slam in the sixth to help the Reds rally.
- •Reds scored four in the ninth but couldn't secure the win.
- •Reds finish the homestand 3-5 overall against the Cardinals.
- •Reds now face a nine-game road trip starting in Phoenix.
- 7:48 PMYahoo Sports — Cincinnati Reds blow another one in 9th to lose game, series to Cards
"A two-out error by center fielder Dane Myers in the ninth cost a one-run lead and opened the floodgates in a wild 10-9 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals.
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