Cincinnati Reds fall to St. Louis Cardinals, blown lead in ninth inning

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.

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