By scoring in their 175th consecutive game, the Cincinnati Reds set a modern National League record for not being shut out by an opponent. Coincidentally, to break the record, Cincinnati beats Al Leiter and the New York Mets, 1 – 0, the last pitcher and team to shut out the franchise.

 

On April 14, 2001 — By scoring in their 175th consecutive game, the Cincinnati Reds set a modern National League record for not being shut out by an opponent. Coincidentally, to break the record, Cincinnati beats Al Leiter and the New York Mets, 1 – 0, the last pitcher and team to shut out the franchise.

 


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Sources:

Baseball Reference April 14

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National Pastime April 14

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