Dodgers Roll Into Cincinnati Looking to Extend Reds' Misery

The Dodgers just steamrolled the Reds 14-1 five days ago, and now they're back in Cincinnati to see if lightning strikes twice. That wasn't a game—it was a public execution, the kind of beatdown that leaves psychological scars. The Reds limped off their own field looking like they'd rather be anywhere else, and nothing in their recent form suggests they've figured out how to solve LA's lineup.

Cincinnati's pitching staff got shelled last time out, surrendering runs in bunches while their offense managed one measly tally against Dodgers arms that looked downright dominant. The momentum couldn't be more lopsided if you scripted it. LA is rolling, their bats are locked in, and they know they own real estate in the Reds' heads right now.

The Reds need to show some pride at home, but pride doesn't win baseball games—execution does. And based on what we saw less than a week ago, they're not executing much of anything against this Dodgers club. LA should be licking their chops for another feast in Great American Ball Park, a venue that's been anything but great for Cincinnati lately. Bet accordingly, because this mismatch hasn't changed in five days.