Reds rally to beat Brewers 9-7 in spring training matchup

Milwaukee's early lead slips away as Cincinnati storms back in the late innings

Mar. 3, 2026 at 3:47am

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The Milwaukee Brewers jumped out to an early 4-1 lead over the Cincinnati Reds in a spring training game on Saturday, but the Reds rallied late to win 9-7 at American Family Fields of Phoenix. The Brewers had some strong at-bats early to build their advantage, but the Reds were able to come back and secure the victory.

Why it matters

Spring training games provide an early look at how teams are shaping up before the regular season begins. While the results don't count in the standings, they can offer insights into player development, roster battles, and team strengths and weaknesses that will be important to monitor as the season approaches.

The details

The Brewers built a 4-1 lead through the first three innings, but the Reds stormed back with a big rally to take a 9-4 advantage. Milwaukee was unable to fully recover the deficit, falling by a final score of 9-7.

  • The game took place on Saturday afternoon at American Family Fields of Phoenix.

The players

Milwaukee Brewers

The National League baseball team based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Cincinnati Reds

The National League baseball team based in Cincinnati, Ohio.

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The takeaway

While the Brewers jumped out to an early lead, the Reds were able to rally back and secure the victory in this spring training matchup. These early games provide valuable opportunities for both teams to evaluate their rosters and prepare for the upcoming regular season.