First-pitch single by Votto plates two to increase the Reds lead to 7-2. Lyons has lost his mojo vs. LHH this season.
Unless a minor miracle occurs, the Cards will lose their final series before the All-Star Game at home to last-place Cincinnati. If they lose Sunday as well, they would head into the break at .500 and would be two games under .500 at home. Even if they win Sunday, it is not a pretty picture.