The Cincinnati Reds showcased a resilient bullpen strategy, overcoming the Cleveland Guardians 4-1 at Great American Ball Park. Without a traditional starting pitcher, they employed six relievers, with Brent Suter acting as the opener. Suter delivered three scoreless innings, leading to a collective effort that limited the Guardians to a single run.

Will Benson continued his hot streak, hitting a crucial home run in the fifth inning. The Reds responded to an early deficit by taking the lead in the sixth, highlighted by T.J. Friedl's double and an insurance run from Rece Hinds in the seventh. This victory improved the Reds' record to 23-24.