Nick Martínez comes close to a No-No, while Spencer Steer shines with three home runs
In an emotional night at Great American Ball Park, the Cincinnati Reds defeated the San Diego Padres with a score of 8-1. Right-handed pitcher Nick Martínez was close to achieving a historic feat, while Spencer Steer became the offensive figure of the match with a memorable performance. Martínez, with a dominant performance, kept San Diego’s batters at bay for much of the game. However, the dream of a no-hitter vanished in the ninth inning when Elías Díaz hit a double. Despite this, Martínez’s performance was outstanding, striking out six rivals and retiring 22 consecutive batters.The Reds’ offensive was led by Spencer Steer, who had a dream night by hitting three home runs. Two of them were solo shots and the third, a two-run homer, fueled an important rally for the team. Elly De La Cruz also had an outstanding performance with two hits in four at-bats, including a run scored and another driven in. From the Padres, Elías Díaz was the only player who managed to connect a hit. This victory represents the fourth in the last five matches for the Reds, solidifying their position in the fight for the postseason.I felt good all night. It’s frustrating to get so close, but happy with the result.
Nick Martínez
