Reds rally against Atlanta’s bullpen in a come from behind win

Cincinnati goes down early but rallies against the worst bullpen in MLB

The Cincinnati Reds came into their game against the Atlanta Braves on Sunday with a 3-18 record and looking to avoid a four-game sweep. The Reds did just that, scoring three runs in the eighth inning to rally past the Braves 5-3 and avoid the sweep.

Atlanta's bullpen continues to struggle

The Braves' bullpen has been one of the worst in baseball this season. They entered Sunday's game with a 6.28 ERA, which is second-worst in the majors. The bullpen blew a two-run lead in the eighth inning against the Reds, allowing three runs on four hits and a walk.

Reds take advantage of Braves' miscues

The Reds took advantage of the Braves' miscues in the eighth inning. With one out, Kyle Farmer singled and stole second base. Aristides Aquino followed with a single to drive in Farmer and cut the lead to 3-2. After a walk to Nick Castellanos loaded the bases, Brandon Drury singled to drive in two more runs and give the Reds a 4-3 lead.

Reds' bullpen holds on for the win

The Reds' bullpen held on for the win in the ninth inning. Amir Garrett allowed a one-out single to Marcell Ozuna, but he retired the next two batters to end the game.

Reds avoid sweep, improve to 4-18

The Reds avoided a four-game sweep and improved to 4-18 on the season. The Braves fell to 12-11.

The Reds will look to continue their winning ways when they open a three-game series against the Chicago Cubs on Monday. The Braves will host the New York Mets in a three-game series starting on Monday.