In a rain-soaked opener in Detroit, the Cincinnati Reds faced a tough defeat at the hands of the Detroit Tigers, who are currently the best team in baseball. Despite battling the challenging conditions, pitcher Nick Martinez struggled against a potent Tigers lineup, allowing eight hits including three home runs. The Reds’ offense, which had shown signs of life during a five-game winning streak, fell silent for the majority of the game, managing only five runs.

Riley Greene's three-run double highlighted the Tigers' offensive onslaught, allowing them to pull away decisively. The Reds' bullpen had little success in halting the Tigers' rally, with Martinez recording his first loss of the wet season. The Reds now sit at 3-7 against teams in first place, which raises concerns about their competitiveness against top-tier opponents.