Author: Bobby Nightengale, Cincinnati Enquirer

The Reds’ Nick Castellanos had five hits and four RBI in Sunday’s slugfest, including a walk-off single to center in the 10th inning to beat the Cubs.

Javier Báez says of Amir Garrett’s post-strikeout celebration: “He’s not doing it to pump (up) his teammates. He’s disrespecting us.”

Joey Votto helped the Reds escape a jam in the 8th inning Saturday when he turned a triple play, which started when he caught a line drive.

Outfielder Nick Castellanos also received an undisclosed fine for his “aggressive actions” against the St. Louis Cardinals that caused both benches to empty.

Joey Votto tested positive for COVID-19 and was placed on the injured list by the Reds. He will be away from the team for at least the next week.

Andy Dalton, presented with the game ball and showered with water by his teammates, threw for 185 yards and 2 TDs in a 30-7 win vs. the Bengals.

The Reds became the first team in MLB postseason history to fail to score a run in a playoff series that lasted more than one game.

The Reds are headed to the postseason for the first time since 2013 after their 7-2 win over the Twins on Friday.

The Reds and Pirates will have their season paused for at least two days after one player tested positive for COVID-19 following Friday’s game.