Chatterbox Reds: Cincinnati Reds Daily Game Recaps

Game 43 - Rockies 11, Reds 5 (Cincinnati Reds blow 5-run lead in loss at the Colorado Rockies)

Trace Fowler and Nick Kirby recap a game that got away from the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday. They discuss a started that started strong but ended poorly for Graham Ashcraft, David Bell's controversial lineup and giving Matt McLain the day off, a big day at the plate for Luke Maile and Jose Barrero and more. Plus a recap of all the Reds minor league action on Wednesday, a preview of the Reds-Yankees series starting on Friday and a shoutout of John Sadak on the Reds TV broadcast.
 
Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=osKqQwXjA74&t=785s 
Trace Fowler: https://twitter.com/CBoxTrace 
Nick Kirby: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby 

Game 42 - Reds 3, Rockies 1 (Brandon Williamson Incredible MLB Debut in Cincinnati Reds WIN)

Trace Fowler and Nick Kirby recap the remarkable MLB debut for Brandon Williamson in the Reds win on Tuesday night at Coors Field. They also discuss Nick Senzel's impressive start to 2023 and discuss if the Reds should just plant him at third base for the time being. Plus what are the Reds doing with Jose Barrero, a recap of the Reds minor league action on Tuesday and a preview of the finals game of the Reds-Rockies series on Wednesday.
 
Today's Extended Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rpz4LxYUauE&t=2789s 
Trace Fowler: https://twitter.com/CBoxTrace 
Nick Kirby: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby 

Game 41 - Rockies 9, Reds 8 (Matt McLain has strong MLB debut, Cincinnati Reds fall a run short)

Trace Fowler and Nick Kirby recap the MLB debut of Matt McLain as the Cincinnati Reds fall 9-8. They talk about a strong start for McLain, their concern level for Hunter Green after a shaky start at Coors Field, a solid night overall from the Reds offense and preview Brandon Williamson making his MLB debut on Tuesday.
 
Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLXicdIgJcc&t=2500s 
Trace Fowler: https://twitter.com/CBoxTrace 
Nick Kirby: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby 

Game 40 - Marlins 3, Reds 1 (MATT MCLAIN IS COMING TO THE SHOW!)

Trace Fowler and Nick Kirby are joined by Bryce Spalding to react and break down the news that Matt McLain is joining the Cincinnati Reds on Monday in Colorado for their series against the Rockies. They talk about what that means for Jose Barrero, where McLain should play, expectations for McLain and more. They also talk about a strong start on Sunday for Luke Weaver and the Reds massive problem of infield defense that hopefully McLain can help solve. Plus a recap of all of the Reds minor league action on Sunday and a preview of the Reds-Rockies series at Coors Field starting on Monday.
 
Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_Naeo_Iric&t=2173s 
Bryce Spalding: https://twitter.com/bryce_spalding 
Trace Fowler: https://twitter.com/CBoxTrace 
Nick Kirby: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby 

Game 39: Reds 6, Marlins 5 (Another comeback win for the Cincinnati Reds on City Connect Uniform release day)

Trace Fowler and Nick Kirby break down another thrilling win for the Cincinnati Reds who continue to play good baseball of late. The guys talk about Jake Fraley being a big time power bat and ask the question: should the Reds use the opener more? Trace and Nick also provide reaction to City Connect uniforms. Nick recaps the Reds minor league action on Saturday and previews the Reds game on Sunday.
 
Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdIRDuprqFg&t=1669s 
Trace Fowler: https://twitter.com/CBoxTrace 
Nick Kirby: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby 

Game 38 - Reds 7, Marlins 4 (Jake Fraley leads Cincinnati Reds BIG COMEBACK WIN at Miami Marlins)

Trace Fowler and Nick Kirby recap another thrilling comeback victory for the Cincinnati Reds as they came back from down 4-2 lead to beat the Miami Marlins 7-4. They discuss good bounce-back start from Graham Ashcraft, the heroics of Jake Fraley, the Reds defense continuing to be a major concern, a recap of the Reds minor league action on Friday night and the breaking news of Nick Lodolo being scratched on Saturday. Plus a conversation about if the Reds hanging around in the NL Central race should be a factor for the Reds calling up their top prospects.
 
Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=203IrSE9n_4&t=282s 
Trace Fowler: https://twitter.com/CBoxTrace 
Nick Kirby: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby 

Game 37 - Reds 5, Mets 0 (Cincinnati Reds WIN SERIES against New York Mets with shutout victory!)

Nick Kirby is joined by special guest Shea Neal (Sports Director KGGF Coffeyville, Kansas) to recap the Cincinnati Reds 5-0 win over the New York Mets on Thursday to secure an impressive series victory for the good guys. They talk about a remarkable pitching effort in a bullpen game, Jonathan India continuing to spark the offense, Nick Krall's comments on calling up players and more. Plus Nick recaps another big night for the Louisville Bats and the rest of the Reds minor league teams and a preview of the Reds at Marlins series.
 
Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJdmATCPIFc&t=769s 
Nick Kirby on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby
Shea Neal on Twitter: https://twitter.com/KGGFSheaNeal 

Game 36 - Mets 2, Reds 1 (Cincinnati Reds Offense Dominated by Justin Verlander)

Nick Kirby is joined by special guest Shea Neal (Sports Director KGGF Coffeyville, Kansas) to recap the Reds 2-1 loss the Mets on Wednesday night. They talk about an OK start from Hunter Greene, the Reds offense just getting dominated by Justin Verlander, how concerned are we about Wil Myers and more. Plus a recap of the night around the Reds minor leagues and a preview of the Reds-Mets rubber game on Thursday.
 
Today's Extended Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=quJkNI2ueDw&t=1200s 
Nick Kirby on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby
Shea Neal on Twitter: https://twitter.com/KGGFSheaNeal 

Game 35 - Reds 7, Mets 6 (Alexis Diaz SLAMS THE DOOR for the Cincinnati Reds in win over New York Mets)

Nick Kirby is joined by special guest Shea Neal (Sports Director KGGF Coffeyville, Kansas) to recap the Reds nail-biting 7-6 win on Tuesday night over the New York Mets. They talk about Luke Weaver's best start in a Reds uniform to date, the continued strong play from Nick Senzel, TJ Friedl and Spencer Steer, David Bell's decision to go to Alex Young in the 8th, the incredible Alexis Diaz, the Reds roster changes including the DFA of Luis Cessa, Elly De La Cruz already making history and more. Plus Nick recaps all of the Reds minor league action on Tuesday night and previews Hunter Greene vs Justin Verlander on Wednesday at GABP.
 
Today's Extended Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7BVstEe9f8&t=2368s
Nick Kirby on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby
Shea Neal on Twitter: https://twitter.com/KGGFSheaNeal 

Game 34 - White Sox 17, Reds 4 (Cincinnati Reds CRUSHED by the Chicago White Sox on FLYING PIG DAY)

Trace Fowler and Nick Kirby try to make sense of an ugly day at the ballpark for the Cincinnati Reds. They write-off the ugly performance from Graham Ashcraft as an anomaly and try to focus on the positives of Jonathan India, Spencer Steer, Tyler Stephenson and Wil Myers on Sunday. They also recap a great Sunday around the Reds minor league system and ask the question: is Matt McLain being held up at AAA more about the front office wanting Jose Barrero to get a longer look? Plus a preview of the Reds vs Mets series starting on Tuesday.
 
Today's Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kFuJdvgrGmo&t=2259s  
Trace Fowler: https://twitter.com/CBoxTrace 
Nick Kirby: https://twitter.com/Nicholaspkirby