Reds tie team home runs record, could set new mark

It’s been a disappointing season for the Cincinnati Reds that will likely end in another last place finish. Yet, it’s one that’s been several new benchmarks.

With Scooter Gennett’s blast Monday evening, the Reds have five batters who’ve hit 20-or-more home runs, tying a team record accomplished two previous times (1956, 2008).

Gennett is the fifth Reds batter with at least 20 HR, tying the club record (1956, 2008).
— Reds Media Relations (@RedsPR) August 15, 2017

Joey Votto (31), Adam Duvall (27), Scott Schebler (23), Eugenio Suarez (20) and Gennett are the five sluggers.

Zack Cozart, sitting at 16 long balls, is the only other player within reach of 20. Cozart recently returned from the disabled list and represents the Reds’ lone shot at setting the new team mark.

#Reds getting Votto's season, Cozart and Gennett career years, franchise record 5 guys with 20 HR.....and will finish last, losing 90+ games
— Lance McAlister (@LanceMcAlister) August 15, 2017

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