Late Night Reds - SPECIAL Reds Opening Day Recap!

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Andrew Abbott turned a poor spring into six scoreless innings against Boston on Cincinnati's Opening Day.

1. The Riverfront's Late Night Reds reviews Cincinnati's 3-0 Opening Day loss to Boston at Great American Ball Park. 2. Hosts Skylar Webker and Ben Brown evaluate the Reds' first game, while Seth Shaner provides an in-stadium perspective from Cincinnati. 3. The episode argues that Andrew Abbott's six scoreless innings and Sal Stewart's three hits offered more useful signals than the final score. 4. Abbott entered after a poor spring but found his rhythm, fastball release point, and ground-ball command during the middle innings. 5. Boston's Garrett Crochet limited Cincinnati's offense, while ABS calls and close defensive plays contributed to two Red Sox runs. 6. The panel credits manager Terry Francona with using Cincinnati's improved depth rather than repeating David Bell's broad substitution patterns. 7. Stewart hit three balls safely from the cleanup spot, with two hits going the opposite way against a difficult pitcher. 8. The hosts discuss whether Noelvi Marte can move above Spencer Steer and lengthen a lineup featuring Matt McLain and Tyler Stephenson. 9. Cincinnati's Opening Day atmosphere included Reds gear in schools, parade viewing, and fans treating the event as a local holiday. 10. Best for Cincinnati Reds fans tracking early-season lineup, pitching, and roster questions.

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