Instant Reaction: Cincinnati Reds Beat Cleveland Guardians 4-2 in Series Finale

Jeimer Candelario led the Reds past the Guardians on Wednesday night.

Jun 12, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds third baseman Jeimer Candelario (3) reacts after hitting a solo home run in the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports | Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports

CINCINNATI — Jeimer Candelario signed a three-year, $45 million contract with the Reds this offseason.

So far, he's been worth every penny. Candelario led the Reds past the Guardians 4-2 on Wednesday night. He hit two home runs, including a three-run shot in the sixth inning that put Cincinnati ahead for good.

The Reds are 33-35 on the season. They've won nine of their last 12 games. Candelario has 11 home runs on the season and has been hot over the past six weeks.

Cincinnati heads to Milwaukee to play the Brewers this weekend. This is a golden opportunity to make up some ground in the National League Central Division.

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