Game One Preview: Cincinnati Reds Go to Miami for Four-Game Series with the Marlins

An important series for the Reds
Jul 30, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Nick Martinez (28) reacts after a play in the third inning against the Chicago Cubs at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports
Jul 30, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Nick Martinez (28) reacts after a play in the third inning against the Chicago Cubs at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports / Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports
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The Cincinnati Reds (53-58) start a four-game series with the Miami Marlins (42-70) on Monday night.

On offense, the Reds are led by Elly De La Cruz. De La Cruz leads the team with an OPS of .816, 48 extra-base hits, and 57 stolen bases.

The Marlins' offense is led by Jake Burger, who has an OPS of .717 and 30 extra-base hits.

The Reds will be doing a “bullpen day” on Monday. Nick Martinez will get the start. Martinez has a 3.56 ERA on the season over 79 innings.

The Marlins will turn to Roddery Munoz. He is 2-5 with a 5.45 ERA on the season over 66 innings.

First pitch of the series opener will be at 6:40 ET.

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