On April 4, 2025, the Cincinnati Reds face off against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in the second game of a four-game series. This early-season National League Central clash promises an intriguing matchup as both teams look to establish momentum in the 2025 campaign.
The Reds enter this game following a 1-0 loss to the Brewers on April 3rd, where Milwaukee’s Nestor Cortes delivered a gem, allowing just one hit over six innings while striking out six. Cincinnati’s Nick Lodolo pitched admirably in that game, conceding only one unearned run over 6 2/3 innings, but the Reds’ offense couldn’t capitalize, extending their streak of three consecutive 1-0 defeats. This offensive struggle has been a glaring issue for Cincinnati early in 2025, with the team averaging just 4 runs per game (14th in MLB) and managing only 7 hits per game (18th), according to posts found on X. Their power output, at 1.17 home runs per game, ranks 12th, but they’ve yet to translate that into consistent scoring against Milwaukee.
For tonight’s matchup, the Reds turn to Nick Martinez, who carries a 6.00 ERA after his first start of the season against the San Francisco Giants, where he allowed four runs over six innings. Martinez, a versatile pitcher who split time between the rotation and bullpen in 2024, has a solid track record against the Brewers, boasting a 3.73 ERA across eight career appearances (four starts). His ability to limit damage and eat innings will be crucial against a Brewers lineup that’s shown modest offensive production, averaging 3.83 runs per game (16th) and 7.83 hits per game (12th), with a 1.00 home run per game clip (15th).
The Brewers have yet to announce their starter for April 4th, though speculation points to Tyler Alexander as a possibility, per X posts. Alexander, if he takes the mound, would bring a fresh arm to the rotation, but his lack of a confirmed start this season leaves some uncertainty. Milwaukee’s offense, led by Brice Turang’s .321 batting average and seven-game hitting streak, has been slightly more effective than Cincinnati’s, with a better batting average and on-base percentage early in 2025. However, they’ve also struggled against left-handed pitching, which could play into Martinez’s hands if he finds his rhythm.
This game pits two teams with sluggish offenses against pitchers who could dictate the pace. The Reds’ recent inability to score—shut out in three straight games—puts pressure on Martinez to keep it close, while the Brewers aim to build on their opening win. With both clubs vying for early divisional footing, expect a low-scoring affair where pitching and defense take center stage.
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