Cincinnati Reds struggle in series sweep by Cardinals, face losing streak
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 9:05 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
The Cincinnati Reds were swept by the St. Louis Cardinals in a three-game series, losing the finale 5-3 on June 7. Rhett Lowder returned from the injured list but struggled in his first start, allowing five walks and hitting one batter over three innings. Despite two home runs from Matt McLain, a critical error by the Reds' bullpen in the eighth inning allowed the Cardinals to score. With the loss, the Reds fell to a record of 31-33, marking their fourth consecutive defeat as they head to San Diego for their next series.
- •Cincinnati Reds fall 5-3 to St. Louis Cardinals on June 7.
- •Rhett Lowder walked five in his return from injury.
- •Matt McLain hit two home runs but made a late error.
- •The Reds have lost four straight games.
- •Next series is against the San Diego Padres.
- 9:05 PMYahoo Sports — Cincinnati Reds swept by Cardinals, take 4-game skid to San Diego
"Making his first start after a month on the injured list, Rhett Lowder walked five and hit a batter in three innings for the Cincinnati Reds.
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