The Cincinnati Reds were able to turn around their four-game series against the San Francisco Giants Wednesday night with a 6-3 win.
So, after losing twice to the Giants earlier in the week, what changed in this game that allowed the Reds to win?
For starters, the Reds did a much better job manufacturing runs. That’s the obvious difference shown by the final score. The six runs they scored were the most they've tallied in a game thus far in the series.
The Reds also did a better job of batting, and giving themselves an opportunity to score the runs they did.
This includes Drew Stubbs' home run in the bottom of the sixth inning, and Jonny Gomes' hit that scored two runs for the Reds in the seventh.
In addition to batting well, the Reds also received an amazing pitching performance out of starter Aaron Harang.
Harang tossed seven strong innings and fanned three. His solid pitching helped the Reds prevent the Giants from scoring more than their three runs.
On top of batting and pitching well, the Reds also did a decent job on defense. This stellar teamwork contributed to the Reds' success.
One of the stronger infielders for the Reds was shortstop Orlando Cabrera. He played error-free ball, and had several song throws to the bases.
The Reds have had a rough start to the four-game series against the Giants.
If they play today's final game against the Giants they way they played Wednesday night, they have a good shot at coming away with the series split.
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