The Cincinnati Reds now control their path to the postseason . However, Terry Francona isn't celebrating until the Reds have officially punched their ticket.

To him, the most important matter at hand is Tuesday's matchup against the Pittsburgh Pirates. A win would move Cincinnati to 81-76 and in crucial pole position entering the stretch run. With the New York Mets holding an identical record, and the Arizona Diamondbacks just one game back, the Reds cannot afford to stumble .

Francona understands that things won't be perfect and that making the playoffs is a truly difficult endeavor. However, he also knows his team is up for the task, as they could be given an even harder challenge , via Charlie Goldsmith of Fox 19.

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