Overview

• Nick Martinez pitched seven innings, allowing three runs on six hits with two strikeouts and no walks.
• Tyler Stephenson collected three hits, including a two-run homer in the fifth inning, and drove in three runs.
• The Reds drew first blood on TJ Friedl’s leadoff double and Austin Hays’ sacrifice fly in the opening frame.
• Royals starter Michael Lorenzen yielded six runs and a career-high 11 hits over five innings in Kansas City’s third loss in four games.
• Elly De La Cruz served as designated hitter while Garrett Hampson made his first start at shortstop and rookie John Rave recorded a bunt single in his major league debut.