Brewers Extend Winning Streak with Victory Over Reds

MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers continued their winning momentum, defeating the Cincinnati Reds 8-3 on Friday night, marking their fourth consecutive victory. Willy Adames shone with a three-run home run, his fourth in as many games, while Brice Turang also contributed with a homer. Aaron Civale, who recently joined the Brewers from Tampa Bay, secured his first win in four months, allowing two runs over 6 1/3 innings. Milwaukee's explosive start was pivotal, as they jumped to an 8-0 lead by scoring three runs in each of the first two innings and adding two more in the third. This strategy mirrored their previous game, where they overwhelmed the Atlanta Braves in a 16-7 win. Adames' 391-foot home run marked his 21st of the season, and he nearly added another in the fifth inning, only to be thwarted by a catch at the wall. In the second inning, Joey Ortiz contributed with an RBI double, followed by Turang's seventh home run of the season. The Brewers maintained their lead despite going hitless after the third inning, showcasing the effectiveness of their early offensive surge. Civale's performance included five strikeouts, allowing just five hits and two walks. On the Reds' side, manager David Bell reported delays in infielder Matt McLain's rehabilitation due to ongoing soreness, while outfielder Jake Fraley left the game with a sprained ankle. The series continues Saturday with Nick Martinez pitching for the Reds against Tobias Myers for the Brewers.