Reds allow no post-record dingers, still lose to Cubs 6-1

The Joe Nuxhall Memorial Honorary Star of the Game

Hmmm...

Honorable Mentions are due to: Josh Smith, who allowed a lone earned run in 3 IP in a spot start; Adam Duvall, who singled and walked; Brandon Phillips, who went 2 for 4 with a double; Jose Peraza, who tripled and drove in the Cincinnati Reds' lone run; and both Jumbo Diaz & Matt Magill, who tossed scoreless innings in relief in what was always destined to be a bullpen game.

Y'know, since this was always going to be a "bullpen game," the JNMHSotG is getting a "bullpen game" recognition. They can all share it in this expected drubbing.

Key Plays

David Ross flipped a 2-out single into RF off Smith in the Bottom of the 2nd, and with pitcher…