Reds' Bats Go Quiet Again in Loss to Angels

Cincinnati manages just 4 hits in 10-2 defeat at Great American Ball Park

Apr. 11, 2026 at 1:52am

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The Cincinnati Reds struggled offensively for the third straight game, managing only 4 hits in a 10-2 loss to the Los Angeles Angels on Friday night. Reds starter Chase Burns had a rocky outing, allowing 5 earned runs and 7 hits over 5.1 innings. The Angels broke the game open with a 5-run 8th inning, capped by a grand slam from Jorge Soler.

Why it matters

The Reds have now lost 3 games in a row, dropping their record to 8-6 on the season. Their offense has been largely silent during this skid, raising concerns about their ability to consistently produce runs against quality pitching. The team will need to get their bats going again to stay competitive in the NL Central.

The details

Reds starter Chase Burns struggled throughout his 5.1 innings, allowing 5 earned runs on 7 hits while walking 5 batters. The Angels broke the game open in the 8th inning, scoring 5 runs - including a grand slam by Jorge Soler - to extend their lead to 10-1. The Reds' offense managed just 4 hits on the night, with their only runs coming on a TJ Friedl RBI groundout and an Elly De La Cruz solo home run.

  • The Reds' loss on Friday night was their 3rd straight defeat.
  • Chase Burns made his 3rd start of the 2026 season for the Reds.

The players

Chase Burns

A 26-year-old right-handed pitcher in his second season with the Cincinnati Reds.

Jorge Soler

A 34-year-old outfielder for the Los Angeles Angels who hit a grand slam in the 8th inning to break the game open.

TJ Friedl

A Reds outfielder who drove in the team's first run with an RBI groundout.

Elly De La Cruz

A Reds infielder who hit a solo home run, accounting for the team's other run.

Jack Kochanowicz

The Angels' starting pitcher who held the Reds to 1 run over 7 strong innings.

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What they’re saying

“We've got to find a way to get the bats going again. It's been a tough stretch, but we can't let this get us down. We've got to come out tomorrow ready to compete.”

— TJ Friedl, Reds Outfielder

What’s next

The Reds and Angels will continue their 3-game series on Saturday afternoon, with Reds lefty Brandon Williamson facing Angels righty George Klassen.

The takeaway

The Reds' offensive struggles have now extended to 3 straight games, raising concerns about their ability to consistently produce runs against quality pitching. They'll need to get their bats going again soon to stay competitive in the NL Central race.