{
  "id": 6227848,
  "title": "How far are Cincinnati Reds from two-time-champion Dodgers on field?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/how-far-are-cincinnati-reds-from-two-time-champion-dodgers-on-field-6227848",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-08T03:48:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/far-cincinnati-reds-two-time-034851913.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Cincinnati Reds entered the first series against the Los Angeles Dodgers since October, with a record of five games underwater and looking to regain momentum. Closer Emilio Pagán shared that it feels like they were just in Dodger Stadium a year ago, emphasizing how quickly things change in the league. The team has been inconsistent, struggling to put together consistent performances despite a recent hot streak. Manager Terry Francona acknowledged their inconsistency and vowed to retool over the winter to improve next season. The Reds have a lineup with potential, including two-time All-Star Elly De La Cruz and All-Star pitcher Graham Ashcraft returning to the bullpen. Rookie Carlos Jorge and leadoff man Hector Rodriguez could also impact the team positively. The team will need more players who can score runs and prevent runs on the field to compete for a playoff spot next year.",
  "summary": "\"There's a good team in here that can compete for the playoffs next year.\" What makes Cincinnati Reds believe this?",
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        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "How far are Cincinnati Reds from two-time-champion Dodgers on field?",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/how-far-are-cincinnati-reds-from-two-time-champion-dodgers-on-field",
        "published": "2026-09-08T03:48:51.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}