Cincinnati Sports for the not-so win!

A couple weekends ago, I had a doubleheader of sorts as I attended a Reds game before covering the last game of the regular season for the Cyclones. It was absolutely wonderful to be downtown, watching the Reds in something that actually felt like spring weather. Jenn and Sib met us for the game and we ran into Ashley and her boyfriend after a bit.

Unfortunately, the Reds lost to the Rays, 1-0, in probably the most boring game I've ever witnessed. Luckily, a lack of offense is tolerable when you have company like this.

After the game, Jenn, Wheat, and I had lunch and explored the Banks. I'm so happy that Cincinnati has revitalized the area and is finally putting that prime real estate to good use. Not that the Ohio River is particularly worth admiring, but it's great to have so many restaurants, bars, and green spaces for people to enjoy downtown. I feel proud of my city, even if it still considers RC Cola an acceptable soda option.

After Wheat shielded me for a quick outfit change in the tunnel by US Bank Arena, we made our way inside for the Cyclones game. Sadly, they were shutout by the Wheeling Nailers, 5-0, confirming yet again that my support is actually the kiss of death for athletic clubs.

As the Cyclones have since taken a 2-0 series lead against the Orlando Solar Bears in the first round of the Kelly Cup Playoffs, I doubt they're still reeling from the loss.