Houston used three singles and a squeeze bunt by starting pitcher Wandy Rodriguez to take a 2-1 lead into the third inning.
Chris Johnson and Brett Wallace singled but Edinson Volquez forced Johnson at third on a bunt attempt by Angel Sanchez. Jason Castro hit a 1-2 pitch for a single to score Wallace and send Sanchez to third. Rodriguez bunted as Sanchez raced home.
Brandon Phillips reached by being hit with a pitch to start the Reds second. He was caught stealing by Castro as Jay Bruce struck out. Ramon Hernandez struck out to end the second.
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About Me
- Gary Schatz
- I am a freelance writer. I've covered the Cincinnati Reds, Bengals and others since 1992. I have a background in sales as well. I've sold consumer electronics, advertising and consumer package goods for companies ranging from the now defunct Circuit City to Procter&Gamble. I have worked as a stats operator for Xavier University, the University of Cincinnati, the College of Mount St. Joe and Colerain High School.
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