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Cincinnati dominated Washington 15–1 on May 14 at Great American Ball Park, with the Reds' offense generating 14 hits and 4 home runs to produce all 15 runs. The Nationals managed only 3 hits and struck out 10 times while recording zero RBIs, mustering a single run despite drawing 3 walks. Cincinnati's pitching staff struck out 10 Washington batters and allowed just 3 hits, though the home team committed 3 errors and posted a 4.61 ERA. Washington's pitching was considerably worse, surrendering 14 hits and all 15 earned runs while posting a 5.01 ERA. The lopsided result underscores a stark offensive disparity: the Reds' .699 OPS paired with power production overwhelmed a Nationals lineup that generated virtually no run support. This blowout loss likely signals deeper issues for Washington's pitching rotation and offensive consistency as the season progresses.