The Cincinnati Reds have turned things around, winning four of five after previously losing nine straight. They are in Philadelphia tonight to play Game 1 of a three game series versus the Phillies, and they should be in pretty good shape with their ace on the hill.

Here are my keys to the game:

1. Pitching - The Reds hand the ball to Johnny Cueto, who is returning to action after missing his last start with a sore elbow. Cueto (3-4, 3.03 ERA) allowed three runs on nine hits over seven frames in a loss to Kansas City his last time out. He's likely to have more success against a Philly lineup that ranks near the bottom of the majors in scoring. The Phillies counter with Sean O'Sullivan, who is looking for just his second win of the season.

2. Todd Frazier - The Reds slugger is 11-for-22 with four home runs and seven RBIs in his last six games. "Hitting is contagious," Frazier said. "It is the same with hitting with runners in scoring position. It is a mindset. Let the pitches come to you and attack."

3. X-Factor - The Phillies are 7-for-48 with runners in scoring position during a seven game losing skid.

Selection: This is a play on the Cincinnati Reds (8*)