Cincinnati Reds tank with 3-22 record, worst in MLB history

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May 06

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The Cincinnati Reds have started the 2022 season tying the worst record in MLB history.

Following a 10-5 loss on Thursday to the Milwaukee Brewers, their ninth in a row, their record now stands at 3-22.

The last team to open the league season 3-22 was the Detroit Tigers in 2003.

In addition to its 3-22 record, the Reds have scored an NL-worst 79 runs. If they double that, it would still be fewer runs than they’ve allowed, 166. Also, their 6.90 ERA is a full two runs worse than the next-worst team.

May 1, 2022; Denver, Colorado, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Kyle Farmer (17) in the dugout following the loss to the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

This is tanking at its absolute ugliest.

- Jeff Passan

With their 3-22 record, their winning percentage is only .120. It is only slightly better than the league’s worst record held by the Cleveland Spiders. In 1899, the Spiders had 20 wins, 134 losses, and had a winning percentage of .130.

The Cincinnati Reds have three wins.

It’s May 5th. pic.twitter.com/kqxQvUZUQZ
— Joe Giglio (@JoeGiglioSports) May 5, 2022

The Cincinnati Reds are now 3-22.

They have scored an NL-worst 79 runs. If they doubled that, it would still be fewer runs than they've allowed, 166.

Their 6.90 ERA is a full two runs worse than the next-worst team. Not nice at all.

This is tanking at its absolute ugliest.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) May 5, 2022

#Reds president Phil Castellini issued the following statement: "I apologize to Reds fans and regret the comments that I made earlier today. We love this city, we love this team, and we love our fans. I understand how our fans feel and I am sorry."
— C. Trent Rosecrans (@ctrent) April 13, 2022

Reds starting pitchers have given up 99 ER in 100 IP.

Can't say I like that much.
— Joel Luckhaupt (@jluckhaupt) May 5, 2022

30th

Reds starting pitchers have a 6.15 ERA, which ranks them 30th in the league.

At this rate, the Reds are on their way to the worst opening record in an MLB season. The new draft lottery rules make things worse because even if they break a new low, they would be further in line from the No. 1 pick in next year’s MLB Draft. It’s because the new rules state that the odds for the top selection are at 16.5 percent maximum. This is an unfortunate twist of fate, considering the Reds won their opener against the defending champions Atlanta Braves.

MLB: Cincinnati Reds at Milwaukee Brewers - May 5, 2022; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Willy Adames (27) and left fielder Christian Yelich (22) fails to catch ball hit by Cincinnati Reds third baseman Mike Moustakas (not pictured) for a double in the eighth inning at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

MLB: Cincinnati Reds at Milwaukee Brewers - May 5, 2022; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Willy Adames (27) reacts after hitting a two run home run in the eighth inning as Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson (37) watches at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

MLB: Cincinnati Reds at Milwaukee Brewers - May 5, 2022; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Willy Adames (27) hits a two run home run in the eighth inning during game against the Cincinnati Reds at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

MLB: Cincinnati Reds at Milwaukee Brewers - May 5, 2022; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers third baseman Luis Arias (2) is hit by a pitch in the third inning during game against the Cincinnati Reds at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

MLB: Cincinnati Reds at Milwaukee Brewers - May 5, 2022; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers catcher Omar Narvaez (10) throws out Cincinnati Reds second baseman Brandon Drury (not pictured) in the seventh inning at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Redleg Nation May 05 2022

The Cincinnati #Reds were swept by the Milwaukee Brewers in today's loss and fell to a league worst 3-22 on the season

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