The Cincinnati Reds were on the doorstep of history in last night’s 8-1 home win against the San Diego Padres. In league history, there has never been a no-hitter and an individual with 3 home runs in the same game. Cincinnati came closer than any team in six decades of accomplishing this great feat.
Starting Pitcher Nick Martinez had 8 no-hit innings. First Baseman Spencer Steer also hit three home runs in last night’s ballgame. The Reds were the first team in at least the expansion era (1961) to have an 8+ inning no-hit bid and an individual 3 home run game in the same contest. Will the Cincinnati Reds carry this momentum into their upcoming games?
Cincinnati Reds Season Summary
There’s never been a no-hitter and an individual with 3 HR in the same game
With Nick Martinez and Spencer Steer, the Reds are the first team in at least the expansion era (1961) to have an 8+ inning no-hit bid and an individual 3-HR game in the same game
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All-time great Manager Terry Francona has worked wonders with the club during his first year at the helm. The team is 43-39 and two games out of a National League Wild Card spot. Cincinnati’s offense has been middling this season. They are 15th in the league in batting average, 13th in home runs, and 11th in runs scored. Shortstop Elly De La Cruz has led the unit. He is top 20 in the league in home runs, RBI, and OPS.
The strength of the Cincinnati Reds in 2025 has been their pitching staff. They are 11th in ERA, fifth in opposing batting average, and eighth in WHIP. Closer Emilio Pagan is fourth in the league in saves. Relief Pitcher Tony Santillan is fourth in holds.
Final Thoughts
The Cincinnati Reds return to the diamond this afternoon for the middle game of their three-game set against the San Diego Padres. Cincinnati will seek to carry their momentum from last night’s game into today’s matchup.
