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Cincinnati edged Cleveland 2–0 on July 28 at Great American Ball Park in a low-scoring pitching duel that fell well short of the 9.5-run Vegas total. The Reds managed just three hits but capitalized on their one home run to score both runs, while the Guardians mustered three hits and four walks without breaking through offensively. Cleveland's pitching staff struck out 15 Reds batters and allowed only three hits, posting a 3.75 ERA, yet the team's inability to generate runs—recording zero RBIs—proved costly in the shutout loss. Cincinnati's pitching was equally stingy, surrendering three hits and two earned runs while striking out seven, though the home team's .230 batting average and .705 OPS underscored the offensive struggles on both sides. The matchup showcased defensive efficiency, with Cincinnati committing no errors, as both lineups struggled to sustain pressure despite multiple baserunners. Cleveland's run differential continues to suffer, and the team will need to find offensive consistency as it looks to climb the AL Central standings.