The Cincinnati Reds are fading
The Reds made a run in early August but they are fading in the standings now. The Reds are 62-76 which has them tied for 4th in the National League Central, 9 games behind the Cubs. The Reds do have a good batting lineup and three players in particular are having outstanding seasons. Brandon Phillips has been the best all-around offensive player on the Reds this season. Phillips is hitting .287 with 92 runs scored, 26 homers, 81 RBIs and 26 stolen bases this year. Adam Dunn also is having a great season as he is hitting .264 with 89 runs scored, 36 homers and 93 RBIs. Ken Griffey Jr. has stayed healthy as he’s putting up good numbers hitting .286 with 73 runs scored, 29 homers and 87 RBIs. Aaron Harang is enjoying another good season with the Reds as he is 14-4 with a 3.68 ERA. Closer David Weathers has also done a decent job this year as he is 2-4 with 29 saves and a 3.41 ERA.