After clinching a spot in the postseason, the Cincinnati Reds pushed Trevor Bauer’s next start to Game 1 of the Wild Card Series in Atlanta on Wednesday. That meant Sonny Gray was starting in the regular-season finale.
Gray, making his second start since returning from the 10-day injured list with a back strain, didn’t feel like he needed to prove anything to himself after pitching five innings last Tuesday. He was healthy. He knew he was ready for the postseason.
No, Sunday’s start was just a reminder for teams who will face the Reds in the postseason.