TJ Friedl is set to make his MLB playoff debut as the Cincinnati Reds have clinched a postseason berth. The Reds secured this opportunity on Sunday, even after a loss to the Milwaukee Brewers. Their playoff spot was confirmed when the New York Mets lost to the Miami Marlins, allowing Cincinnati to claim the final wild card slot.
TJ Friedl’s Season Performance
Friedl, a former outfielder at Nevada, has had a solid season. He ended the year with a batting average of .261, along with 14 home runs and 12 stolen bases across 152 games. His on-base percentage was .364, and his slugging percentage stood at .378, contributing to a Wins Above Replacement (WAR) of 2.3.
Upcoming Wild Card Series
The Reds will face the Los Angeles Dodgers in a best-of-three wild card series, starting Tuesday in Los Angeles. This playoff appearance marks a significant achievement for the team, finishing the regular season with an overall record of 83 wins and 79 losses, just four games above .500.
Other Notable Sports Highlights
- Triple-A Championship: Robby Snelling and the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp won the Triple-A National Championship by defeating the Las Vegas Aviators 8-7. A key moment was a two-run walk-off home run by Jacob Berry.
- Performance of Players: Snelling finished the season with a record of 9-7 and a 2.51 ERA, though he did not pitch in the playoffs. Kade Morris from the Aviators had a strong showing in the playoffs, allowing only one run in Game 1 of the PCL Championship Series.
- Nevada Women’s Soccer: The Nevada women’s soccer team earned its first Mountain West point with a 1-1 tie against San Jose State. This match ended a six-game losing streak for the team.
Looking Ahead
The Wolf Pack women’s soccer team will next play against Grand Canyon on Thursday. Meanwhile, the Nevada volleyball team seeks to rebound from a recent loss to Colorado State and will host rival UNLV for their home opener in league play.
