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Reds' struggles aren't hindering their odds of making the playoffs
TL;DR
The Cincinnati Reds are currently on a seven-game losing streak and have lost two pitchers to injury. Despite these challenges, they remain over .500 and have a strong chance of making the playoffs.
Key points
- Cincinnati Reds on a seven-game losing streak
- Injuries to pitchers Emilio Pagan and Rhett Lowder
- Reds maintain a record of 20-18
- Still have a strong chance to make the playoffs
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The Cincinnati Reds have hit a major rough patch this season, as they have lost seven straight games. To make matters worse for the Reds, they have lost two arms on their pitching staff to injury, with right-handers Emilio Pagan and Rhett Lowder leaving their outings early.
Pagan left with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain while pitching against the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday, while Lowder left his start on Thursday after three innings with a shoulder injury. Despite their struggles as of late and the injuries mounting, the Reds still are over .500 (20-18) and still have a great chance to make the postseason.
The Cincinnati Reds have a great chance to make the playoffs despite their recent struggles
The Reds snuck into the playoffs last season after the New York Mets collapsed down the stretch (28-37) post All-Star break, but lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the Wild Card round (2-0). According to , the Reds ranked fifth as one of the biggest surprise teams that have a chance to make the postseason.
Q&A
What injuries have affected the Cincinnati Reds' pitching staff?
Emilio Pagan suffered a Grade 2 left hamstring strain, and Rhett Lowder left with a shoulder injury.
What is the Cincinnati Reds' current record?
The Reds have a record of 20-18, which keeps them over .500.
How are the Reds' playoff chances despite their recent struggles?
Despite losing seven straight games, the Reds still have a great chance to make the postseason.