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The Cincinnati Reds edged the Boston Red Sox 6–5 on March 28 at Great American Ball Park in a spring training contest that showcased contrasting offensive approaches. Cincinnati's pitching staff struck out 15 Boston batters while allowing just 8 hits and 5 earned runs with a 3.60 ERA, though the Reds' own lineup managed only a .597 OPS with 10 hits and 2 home runs. Boston's offense proved more efficient despite the loss, posting a .731 OPS and 2 home runs across 8 hits, though the Red Sox accumulated 15 strikeouts and left runners stranded. The Reds' 6 runs came from timely hitting and 7 walks, capitalizing on Boston's 7 walks issued by their pitchers. Despite Boston's superior pitching line—a 1.86 ERA with 12 strikeouts—the Red Sox couldn't overcome Cincinnati's late-inning execution. The result suggests the Reds' ability to manufacture runs through plate discipline may prove valuable as the regular season approaches.