{"id":236842,"date":"2026-04-06T05:34:08","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T05:34:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/236842\/"},"modified":"2026-04-06T05:34:08","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T05:34:08","slug":"reds-sweep-rangers-behind-de-la-cruz-burns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/236842\/","title":{"rendered":"Reds Sweep Rangers Behind De La Cruz, Burns"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"submission-link-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Arlington%2C+TX&amp;city=Arlington&amp;type=Update+Existing+Story&amp;headline=Reds+Sweep+Rangers+Behind+De+La+Cruz%2C+Burns&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Ftx%2Farlington%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F06%2Freds-sweep-rangers-behind-de-la-cruz-burns%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got story updates? Submit your updates here. \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/69d30775f0fc8.jpg\" alt=\"A dynamic, colorful painting featuring bold, energetic brushstrokes that capture the motion and intensity of a baseball game, with players' figures dissolving into abstraction.\" width=\"1344\" height=\"768\" class=\"news-image\"\/>The Reds&#8217; young stars shine in a series sweep, fueling hopes for a playoff push in Cincinnati.Arlington Today<\/p>\n<p>The Cincinnati Reds defeated the Texas Rangers 2-1 on Sunday, completing a three-game series sweep. Elly De La Cruz drove in the winning run in the eighth inning after earlier scoring on his speed, while starting pitcher Graham Burns turned in a strong outing for the Reds.<\/p>\n<p>      Why it matters<\/p>\n<p>The Reds&#8217; series victory over the Rangers marks an important early-season momentum boost for the team, which is looking to build on a promising 2025 campaign and challenge for the playoffs in 2026. De La Cruz and Burns are two of Cincinnati&#8217;s top young talents, and their performances highlighted the Reds&#8217; depth and potential.<\/p>\n<p>            The details<\/p>\n<p>With the game tied 1-1 in the eighth inning, Reds rookie sensation Elly De La Cruz delivered a go-ahead RBI single to drive in the winning run. Earlier, De La Cruz had used his speed to score the Reds&#8217; first run in the fourth inning. Starting pitcher Graham Burns pitched seven strong innings, allowing just one run to earn the victory.<\/p>\n<p>      The game was played on Sunday, April 6, 2026.De La Cruz scored the Reds&#8217; first run in the fourth inning.De La Cruz drove in the winning run in the eighth inning.<\/p>\n<p>        The players<\/p>\n<p>        Elly De La Cruz<\/p>\n<p>A 22-year-old rising star outfielder for the Cincinnati Reds, known for his combination of power, speed, and athleticism.<\/p>\n<p>Graham Burns<\/p>\n<p>The Reds&#8217; starting pitcher, a 25-year-old right-hander who turned in a strong outing to earn the victory.<\/p>\n<p>Texas Rangers<\/p>\n<p>The Reds&#8217; opponent, a Major League Baseball team based in Arlington, Texas.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Arlington%2C+TX&amp;city=Arlington&amp;type=Upload+Story+Photos&amp;headline=Reds+Sweep+Rangers+Behind+De+La+Cruz%2C+Burns&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Ftx%2Farlington%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F06%2Freds-sweep-rangers-behind-de-la-cruz-burns%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got photos? Submit your photos here. \u203a<\/a><br \/>\n            What they\u2019re saying<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-quote\">\u201cElly is a special talent, and he showed that again today with his speed and timely hitting. This was a big win for us to complete the sweep.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-cite\">\u2014 David Bell, Reds Manager<\/p>\n<p>            What\u2019s next<\/p>\n<p>The Reds will look to build on this series sweep as they continue their early-season road trip, facing the Houston Astros next weekend.<\/p>\n<p>        The takeaway<\/p>\n<p>The Reds&#8217; young core of De La Cruz and Burns led the way in this series victory, showcasing the team&#8217;s depth and potential to compete in the NL Central this season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Got story updates? 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