Dodgers clinch NL West with 8-2 win over Reds in Cincinnati
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 7:30 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Cincinnati Reds 8-2 on September 17, clinching the National League West title. Kyle Tucker highlighted the game with a two-run home run, finishing with four hits and three RBIs. The victory marks the Dodgers' 13th NL West title in 14 years, solidifying their playoff position. In contrast, the Reds have lost six of their last seven matchups, falling to 71-81 for the season, as they look ahead to the final series against the Chicago Cubs this weekend.
- •Dodgers clinch NL West with 8-2 victory at Great American Ball Park.
- •Kyle Tucker goes 4-for-5 with a home run and three RBIs.
- •Cincinnati Reds drop to 71-81, sitting 11 games under.500.
- •Dodgers have outscored Reds 41-15 over their last seven games.
- •Reds face Cubs next in their final home series of the season.
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"The Los Angeles Dodgers outscored the Cincinnati Reds 41-15 to win 6 of 7 meetings over an 11-day span. That included an 8-2 win Thursday at GABP.
"Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Cincinnati Reds 7-1 on Thursday, September 17th to clinch the National League West.
"Los Angeles' divisional reign continues under Dave Roberts.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 7:30 PMAnother day, another team clinches against Reds as Dodgers win NL West
The Los Angeles Dodgers outscored the Cincinnati Reds 41-15 to win 6 of 7 meetings over an 11-day span. That included an 8-2 win Thursday at GABP.
- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 7:30 PMDodgers Clinch NL West Behind Kyle Tucker’s Best Game Yet
Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Cincinnati Reds 7-1 on Thursday, September 17th to clinch the National League West.
- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 7:26 PMDodgers take down Reds to capture fifth consecutive NL West crown, 13th in past 14 seasons
Los Angeles' divisional reign continues under Dave Roberts.
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