The Cincinnati Reds offense set a playoff record in futility by being shut out for a second consecutive game, breaking the record for the longest streak to begin a playoff series without scoring a run at 22 innings. Luis Castillo allowed one run in 5.1 innings, and Lucas Sims dominated his former organization – but the Braves crushed two different 2-run homers off of Raisel Iglesias in the 8th inning to put the game, and the series, out of reach. Cincinnati’s playoff showing was much like their regular season showing – one full of outstanding starting pitching and one full of an offensive performance that could accurately be describes as soul crushing.
It was a nightmare: Reds shutout by Atlanta again as the season ends
