What is the Cincinnati Reds record in 2026?

The Cincinnati Reds are 20-12, 2nd in the NL Central.

Who is pitching for the Reds today?

Rhett Lowder (3-1, 3.18 ERA) vs Carmen Mlodzinski (1-2, 4.13 ERA). First pitch at 04:05 PM EDT.

What channel is the Reds game on today?

Today's game airs on FS1, FS1, SportsNet Pittsburgh, Reds.TV. First pitch at 04:05 PM EDT.

Cincinnati Reds News & Updates

May 02, 2026

The Cincinnati Reds were 20-12, 2nd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Cincinnati Reds were blown out by the Pittsburgh Pirates 1-9 at PNC Park.

Reds Daily Vibe Check

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last night's loss

The score reflects some real issues. Losing by 8 last night pulls things in the wrong direction. Compounding things, opponents putting up 6.6 per game. The staff is struggling.

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Reds Game on May 02

Opponent:	Pittsburgh Pirates (17-16)
Location:	PNC Park
First Pitch:	04:05 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Rhett Lowder (3-1, 3.18 ERA) vs Carmen Mlodzinski (1-2, 4.13 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	FS1, FS1, SportsNet Pittsburgh, Reds.TV
Forecast:	☁️ Overcast, 55°F, Wind 4 mph

Reds Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Cincinnati Reds were blown out by the Pittsburgh Pirates 1-9 at PNC Park.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	1	3	0
	1	0	2	1	4	1	0	0		9	12	1

Reds Record & Standings

NL Central

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Cubs	20	12	.625		W3
Reds	20	12	.625		L1
Cardinals	19	13	.594	1.0	W5
Brewers	17	14	.548	2.5	W2
Pirates	17	16	.515	3.5	W1

Cincinnati Reds are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a -9 run differential.

Reds Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
27 Sal Stewart	9	.271	.913	29
44 Elly De La Cruz	10	.273	.892	25
31 Nathaniel Lowe	5	.273	.973	12

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
26 Chase Burns	3-1	2.65	1.12	34.0
25 Rhett Lowder	3-1	3.18	1.18	34.0
51 Brady Singer	2-2	5.57	1.73	32.1

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
17 Dane Myers	3 hits, 1 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games
7 Spencer Steer	4 hits, 2 RBI, .571 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
49 Brock Burke	3.0 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games

Reds News

The Cincinnati Reds are enjoying their first place status in the National League Central for the first time since 2002, but that thrilling achievement faces immediate scrutiny as they head into a tough series against the Pittsburgh Pirates. With a 20-11 record, the Reds are riding high on the performances of Elly De La Cruz and the surprising Sal Stewart, both emerging as MVP candidates. However, concerns linger about Brady Singer's recent struggles on the mound, which could hinder their chances of maintaining this lead. As they gear up for tonight's game after a rain delay, the Reds must shake off the ghosts of past seasons and capitalize on their momentum, starting with a statement win against their divisional rivals.

Sources

Blogredmachine

Reds vs. Pirates Rain Delay, May 1: Full Details, Start Time, Updates

The Cincinnati Reds have a chance to crush the Pittsburgh Pirates renewed hopes this weekend, but that quest will have to wait.

Blogredmachine

Elly De La Cruz is still the Reds' star but Sal Stewart is changing the story

Elly De La Cruz's sensational start has been overshadowed to a degree by Sal Stewart's historic performance, setting the two Cincinnati Reds stars as prime MVP candidates.

MLB.com

Singer struggles as Reds' challenging trip begins with tumble against Bucs

PITTSBURGH -- When the Reds rolled into May in sole possession of first place in the National League Central division, it was the first time since 2002 they held such status on May 1. Friday's first day of May coincided with the first day of a significant challenge on Cincinnati's

MLB.com

Are things starting to turn for Hayes, one of MLB's unluckiest hitters of '26?

As we make our way into May, one thing seems pretty clear through the season’s opening month -- luck has not been on Ke'Bryan Hayes’ side. In fact, several metrics tell us the Reds’ third baseman finished April as the unluckiest hitter in baseball. But if his latest few games

Red Reporter

Game 32: Reds at Pirates (6:45 PM ET) – Singer vs. Keller

The Cincinnati Reds are in Pittsburgh on Friday night to take on the Pirates in the first of three games they’ll play over the weekend against their NL Central rivals. Starting tonight for Cincinnati will be Brady Singer, who has turned in a trio of solid outings after blister issues late in spring camp and […]

Red Reporter

The biggest Reds/Pirates series since who knows when

The Cincinnati Reds are upriver in Pittsburgh on Friday to begin a weekend series against the Pirates. A Reds/Pirates series – starting on the first of May – and yet somehow, it feels like must-watch television. That’s a bummer for a lot of you, since tonight’s game is going to be broadcast quite poorly on […]

Reds Upcoming Schedule

The Cincinnati Reds visit the Chicago Cubs for a 4-game series starting Monday.

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