A scoring change previously gave the Reds a second chance to tie the MLB record for errorless games, but Brady Singer's errant pickoff throws in the first two innings ended that streak in Game 12.
Despite the streak's conclusion, the Reds' defense remained a highlight, maintaining the only errorless mark in the majors until Singer's mistakes. Manager Terry Francona has emphasized this clean play, which has been pivotal to their strong 8-3 start.