The Cincinnati Reds are looking to make it two wins in a row in Milwaukee to start this series. Last night the Reds came from behind to beat the Brewers 3-1 and put themselves in the drivers seat for the third and final wild card spot in the National League. This evening’s first pitch is scheduled for 7:15pm ET. This game is only available to watch on FOX.
Starting Lineups
Cincinnati Reds |
Milwaukee Brewers |
| TJ Friedl – CF | Christian Yelich – DH |
| Noelvi Marte – RF | Jackson Chourio – RF |
| Miguel Andujar – DH | Brice Turang – 2B |
| Spencer Steer – LF | Andrew Vaughn – 1B |
| Sal Stewart – 1B | Isaac Collins – LF |
| Elly De La Cruz – SS | Caleb Durbin – 3B |
| Tyler Stephenson – C | Blake Perkins – CF |
| Ke’Bryan Hayes – 3B | Danny Jansen – C |
| Matt McLain – 2B | Joey Ortiz – SS |
| Andrew Abbott – LHP | Robert Gasser – LHP |
Starting Pitchers
| Pitcher | IP | ERA | WHIP | BB | K |
| Andrew Abbott | 161.0 | 2.80 | 1.16 | 43 | 145 |
| Robert Gasser | 3.0 | 6.00 | 1.00 | 2 | 2 |
| Links: Andrew Abbott’s Stats | Robert Gasser’s Stats |
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Andrew Abbott
The second half of the season has been an up-and-down one for Andrew Abbott after making his first All-Star team in 2025. In his 12 games since the All-Star break he’s posted a 3.75 ERA, but the Reds have gone 4-8 in those starts. In three of his last four starts he hasn’t completed the 5th inning, but the last time out he also didn’t give up a run in a 1-0 win over the Cubs.
The splits this season against Abbott are favorable for the All-Star. With that said there’s not much difference when it comes to both average and on-base percentage, but when it comes to slugging the difference is noticeable. Right-handed hitters don’t hit for a lot of power against him, but compared to lefties they certainly show a big advantage in how much they do hit for.
Splits
| Split | PA | H | 2B | 3B | HR | BB | K | AVG | OBP | SLG |
| RHH | 495 | 107 | 18 | 1 | 16 | 34 | 106 | .235 | .289 | .385 |
| LHH | 168 | 36 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 39 | .232 | .277 | .329 |
Pitch Usage
| 4-seam | Cutter | Curve | Slider | Change | |
| Velo | 92.7 | 88.5 | 80.4 | 82.5 | 84.7 |
| Usage | 47% | 4% | 11% | 17% | 20% |
Robert Gasser
It’s been mostly a lost season for Robert Gasser as he recovers from Tommy John surgery that he underwent in 2024. In late July he began a rehab assignment in the minor leagues. He was eased back into games, even after being activated and optioned to Triple-A at the end of August. He’s only thrown more than four innings in two of his 15 games. His last start was his only big league start of the season and he threw 45 pitches and three innings against St. Louis.
Given the sample size and situation he’s pitched in this year, looking at his splits – even the minor league ones – aren’t going to be of any use to us.
Pitch Usage (AAA & MLB in 2025)
| 4-seam | 2-seam | Cutter | Slider | Change | |
| Velo | 93.1 | 92.8 | 89.0 | 81.4 | 87.7 |
| Usage | 27% | 20% | 10% | 31% | 12% |
When and Where
- Game time: 7:15pm ET
- Where: American Family Field
- Watch: FOX
- Listen: 700WLW AM (Cincinnati area)
- Forecast: They have a domed stadium.
News and Notes
Nick Lodolo doing well
Mark Sheldon of Reds.com had an update on Lodolo today, noting he is doing well and will throw some bullpen pitches Sunday morning. Further noting if that goes well he could be available for game 162 if needed in relief.
Scoreboard Watching
- The Mets are in Miami and facing the Marlins. The game began at 4:10pm ET.
Wild Card Standings
Two days left. Two teams have secured wild card spots. The Reds and Mets are still vying for the final spot.
| Team | W | L | GB | Playoff Odds |
| Chicago | 90 | 70 | +8.0 | 100% |
| San Diego | 88 | 72 | +6.0 | 100% |
| Cincinnati | 82 | 78 | 0.0 | 54.7% |
| New York | 82 | 78 | 0.0 | 45.3% |
| Playoff Odds via Fangraphs | ||||
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