Chatterbox Reds: Cincinnati Reds Daily Game Recaps

Game 123 - Reds 1, Blue Jays 0 (Cincinnati Reds WALK OFF Toronto Blue Jays on Christian Encarnacion-Strand BOMB)

Trace Fowler and Nick Kirby recap a thrilling Reds victory on Christian Encarnacion-Strand's first career walk-off home run. Trace talks about how the homer was huge, but should we be concerned about the Reds offense? Trace also discusses a big start from Brett Kennedy and if he should get another start. Nick gets you caught up on where the Reds stand in the playoff races, recaps all of the Reds minor league action on Friday and previews Saturday's pitching matchup of Chris Bassitt vs Brandon Williamson. 
 
Today's Episode on YouTube (which includes Trace telling the story of Chatterbox not included in this podcast): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tRi9azEqwKg&ab_channel=ChatterboxSports 
Nick Kirby: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby
Trace Fowler: https://twitter.com/CBoxTrace 

Cincinnati Reds Off-Day Special: Elijah Evans and Charlie Goldsmith interviews

Nick Kirby gets you set for the Reds weekend series against the Toronto Blue Jays, plus keeps you in the loop on the playoff races, Reds news and a recap of all the Reds minor league action on Thursday night. Nick also talked with Elijah Evans of Just Baseball who was in Birmingham this week, and he got a front row seat to watch Nick Lodolo on his rehab start and top prospects Rece Hinds and Blake Dunn. Trace Fowler interviewed Charlie Goldsmith of the Cincinnati Enquirer on Wednesday on Off The Bench to get his thoughts on the Reds current vibes, the trade deadline and more.
 
Chatterbox Sports: https://www.youtube.com/@ChatterboxSports 
Elijah Evans on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElijahEv8 
Just Baseball: https://www.justbaseball.com/ 
Charlie Goldsmith on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlieG__ 
Cincinnati Enquirer: https://www.cincinnati.com/staff/5383359002/charlie-goldsmith/ 
Trace Fowler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBoxTrace 
Nick Kirby on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby

Game 122 - Reds 7, Guardians 2 (Cincinnati Reds big offensive night leads to much needed win over Cleveland)

Trace Fowler and Nick Kirby recap a big Cincinnati Reds win on Wednesday night over the Cleveland Guardians - a win that pushed the Reds to 63 wins - more than their entire 2023 win total. They guys talk about big nights from Stuart Fairchild and TJ Friedl, and what those players roles on the Reds should be going forward. They talk about Luke Weaver being DFA'd, how to remember his season and where the blame should fall. Plus a recap of all the Reds minor league action, and a preview of the next series against the Toronto Blue Jays.
 
Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGPRhUUmyvo&t=302s&ab_channel=ChatterboxSports 
Nick Kirby: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby
Trace Fowler: https://twitter.com/CBoxTrace 

Game 121 - Guardians 3, Reds 0 (Cincinnati Reds shutout in first game of the Ohio Cup)

Trace Fowler and Nick Kirby recap an ugly night for the Cincinnati Reds offense on Tuesday. They try to figure out how the Reds can fix their lineup, which seems to be lacking power of late. They also talk about another strong start from Graham Ashcraft that got spoiled, why the 6:40 game times stink, Jonathan India's interesting comments to the Cincinnati Enquirer on how his injury was handled and impressive rehab starts from both Hunter Greene and Nick Lodolo on Tuesday night. Plus a recap of all the Reds minor league action and a preview on Reds vs Guardians on Wednesday.
 
Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbofg0Tf1F0&t=2716s&ab_channel=ChatterboxSports 
Nick Kirby: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby
Trace Fowler: https://twitter.com/CBoxTrace 

Game 119/120 - Cincinnati Reds split two-game doubleheader with Pittsburgh Pirates

Trace Fowler and Nick recap a wild doubleheader for the Cincinnati Reds in Pittsburgh where they blew a lead in Game 1, but came back for a late win in Game 2. They talk about a big start from Brandon Williamson and David Bell's decision to pull him in the 6th inning. They ask if Luke Maile should pass Tyler Stephenson on the depth chart. They talk about the Reds big rally in Game 2 with a lot of big contributors. Plus a recap of all the Reds minor league action, rehabbing players and injuries and a preview of the next series against the Cleveland Guardians.
 
Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=484s_frbFmc&t=2685s&ab_channel=ChatterboxSports 
Nick Kirby: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby
Trace Fowler: https://twitter.com/CBoxTrace 

Game 118 - Reds 9, Pirates 2 (Cincinnati Reds BEAT DOWN the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night at PNC Park)

Trace Fowler and Nick Kirby recap a much needed win for the Cincinnati Reds, which put them back in playoff position. They discuss the impressive outing from Andrew Abbott, David Bell's new lineup leading to a big offensive performance, more thoughts on the trade deadline and one trade that was made this year that doesn't get enough credit and the news about Jonathan India and Nick Senzel. Plus a recap of all the Reds minor league action on Friday and a preview of Saturday's Reds game.
 
Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5q2wY3eEOu4&t=743s&ab_channel=ChatterboxSports 
Nick Kirby: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby
Trace Fowler: https://twitter.com/CBoxTrace 

Game 117 - Marlins 5, Reds 4 (Cincinnati Reds suffer gut-wrenching loss after blowing late lead)

Trace Fowler and Nick Kirby recap a tough loss for the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday afternoon. They talk about another brilliant start from Graham Ashcraft, the inconsistent Reds offense, the challenges the Reds lineup faces without Jake Fraley and Will Benson, David Bell's late game decision making and more. Plus a recap of all the Reds minor league action on Wednesday and a preview of the Reds next series against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
 
Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5utTsyvoOIc&t=1454s&ab_channel=ChatterboxSports 
Nick Kirby: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby
Trace Fowler: https://twitter.com/CBoxTrace 

Game 116 - Marlins 3, Reds 2 (Cincinnati Reds offense lets them down in tough loss to the Marlins)

Trace Fowler and Nick Kirby recap a tough loss for the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday night in game they felt like they were in control for most of the evening. They discuss an all-things-considered solid start from Luke Weaver, who out-pitched Connor Phillips starting on the same night for AAA-Louisville. They also discuss the Reds relying on a lot of unproven talent in a playoff race, talk about if the Reds players are just exhausted with only one day off since the all-star break and give their panic level on a 1 to 10 scale. Plus a recap of all the Reds minor league action and a preview of Graham Ashcraft vs Johnny Cueto in Wednesday's rubber-game. 
 
Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8_EIjMO3AU&t=1563s&ab_channel=ChatterboxSports 
Nick Kirby: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby
Trace Fowler: https://twitter.com/CBoxTrace 

Game 115 - Reds 5, Marlins 2 (Cincinnati Reds END THE LOSING STREAK with 5-2 win over Miami Marlins)

Trace Fowler and Nick Kirby recap the Cincinnati Reds ending their 6-game losing streak with a big win over the Miami Marlins, which put the Reds back alone in playoff position. They discuss the best start of Brandon Williamson's young career, a night full of great at-bats from Christian Encarnacion-Strand, more post-trade deadline talk and more. Plus a preview of Tuesday's Reds vs Marlins matchup.
 
Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_UzznxaB01Q&t=3427s&ab_channel=ChatterboxSports 
Nick Kirby: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby
Trace Fowler: https://twitter.com/CBoxTrace 

Game 114 - Nationals 6, Reds 3 (Cincinnati Reds SWEPT by Washington Nationals and have lost 6 straight games)

Nick Kirby and Clay Snowden recap the finale of a brutal week of baseball for the Cincinnati Reds as they lose their sixth straight game and get swept by the Nationals. Nick and Clay discuss Lyon Richardson's debut, the overall state of the team and if they have confidence that the ship can get turned around. Nick also recaps all of the Reds minor league action on Sunday and previews a big series for the Reds starting on Monday against the Miami Marlins.
 
Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MgTXx3FjqsU&t=807s&ab_channel=ChatterboxSports 
Nick Kirby: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby
Clay Snowden: https://twitter.com/Clay_sno
Just Baseball: https://www.justbaseball.com/author/clay-snowden/