The Cincinnati Reds see Brandon Williamson make a strong return to the rotation, pitching 3 1/3 innings with 5 strikeouts in his season debut. Rhett Lowder, the Reds' 2023 first-round draft pick, also made his MLB debut, delivering a solid performance with 6 strikeouts over 4 innings. Hosts Jeff and Steve discuss Jonathan India's defensive improvements at second base, highlighting his positive outs above average for the first time in his career. They also break down the Reds bullpen struggles since August 1st, noting the heavy usage and ranking 24th in ERA. With the Reds' playoff chances looking slim, the focus shifts to what fans can expect in 2025. Don't miss out on this in-depth analysis of the Cincinnati Reds' current state and future prospects – listen now!

2:00 Brandon Williamson's Return

13:00 Rhett Lowder's Debut

24:00 Jonathan India's Defensive Improvement

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