The Cincinnati Reds are trying hard to snag the final National League Wild Card spot. Entering Thursday, the Reds are one game back of the New York Mets and tied with the Arizona Diamondbacks. On Wednesday, the Reds lost in crushing fashion to the Pittsburgh Pirates, 4-3, in extra innings.

As a result, the Reds have some work to do while also rooting against the Mets and Diamondbacks if they want the final Wild Card spot.

On Thursday, Cincinnati finished the series against Pittsburgh. Starter Nick Lodolo was dealing, going 6.1 scoreless innings with just two hits and a walk with 12 strikeouts.

However, he was removed from the game in the seventh due to an injury, per the team's official account.

“Reds LHP Nick Lodolo exited today's game as a precaution with a right groin injury.”

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