What is the Cincinnati Reds record in 2026?

The Cincinnati Reds are 37-40, 5th in the NL Central.

Who is pitching for the Reds today?

Nick Lodolo (2-2, 6.12 ERA) vs Brandon Sproat (1-4, 5.94 ERA). First pitch at 07:10 PM EDT.

What channel is the Reds game on today?

Today's game airs on Reds.TV, Brewers.TV Presented by Potawatomi Sportsbook. First pitch at 07:10 PM EDT.

Cincinnati Reds News & Updates

June 23, 2026

The Cincinnati Reds were 37-40, 5th in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Cincinnati Reds were edged out by the Milwaukee Brewers 1-2 at Great American Ball Park.

Reds Daily Vibe Check

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outscoring opponents

Quietly productive. Outscoring opponents by 11 this week. On top of that, a 3.1 RA/G from the staff this week. Clean work.

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Reds Game on June 23

Opponent:	Milwaukee Brewers (47-29)
Location:	Great American Ball Park
First Pitch:	07:10 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Nick Lodolo (2-2, 6.12 ERA) vs Brandon Sproat (1-4, 5.94 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	Reds.TV, Brewers.TV Presented by Potawatomi Sportsbook
Forecast:	☁️ Overcast, 73°F, Wind 4 mph

Reds Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Cincinnati Reds were edged out by the Milwaukee Brewers 1-2 at Great American Ball Park.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10+	R	H	E
	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	2	2	3	0
	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	2	0

The Milwaukee Brewers clinched the win in the 10th inning.

Reds Record & Standings

NL Central

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Brewers	47	29	.618		W2
Cardinals	42	34	.553	5.0	W2
Cubs	40	37	.519	7.5	L1
Pirates	39	39	.500	9.0	W1
Reds	37	40	.481	10.5	L1

Cincinnati Reds are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +11 run differential.

Reds Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
27 Sal Stewart	14	.248	.788	54
22 JJ Bleday	13	.249	.885	35
7 Spencer Steer	12	.237	.742	31

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
26 Chase Burns	9-1	2.00	1.05	85.2
50 Sam Moll	1-5	3.09	1.22	32.0
49 Brock Burke	2-3	2.97	1.43	36.1

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
27 Sal Stewart	3 hits, 7 RBI, .25 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
51 Brady Singer	7.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
70 Tejay Antone	3.2 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games

Reds News

The Cincinnati Reds are gearing up for a crucial series against the first-place Milwaukee Brewers, with a record of 37-39 and a recent strong showing that saw them outscore opponents by 10 runs over the last week. However, the team is still grappling with injuries, as Elly De La Cruz remains on the shelf, though he’s expected to return Tuesday. Meanwhile, their bullpen continues to falter, prompting roster moves including designating Chris Paddack for assignment. In a brighter note, Brady Singer delivered seven scoreless innings in a previous matchup, yet the Reds' offense must step up to support their pitching. As they face familiar nemesis Brandon Woodruff, fans are left hoping that the combination of returning stars and recent roster shuffling can turn the tide against their division rivals.

Sources

Blogredmachine

Reds make flurry of roster moves while Elly De La Cruz's return remains on hold

The Cincinnati Reds haven't activated Elly De La Cruz from the injured list just yet, but did make several other roster moves ahead of upcoming clash with their NL Central rivals, the Milwaukee Brewers.

Blogredmachine

Reds have compelling reunion opportunity after Athletics roster moves

The Cincinnati Reds bullpen has been most ineffective this season, but a former reliever just hit the open market after the A's released him.

MLB.com

Singer's 7 scoreless innings not enough to boost Reds' bats vs. longtime nemesis

CINCINNATI – It took nearly three months into the season for the Reds to finally face their nemesis and a division rival in the first-place Brewers for the first time in 2026. Monday's series opener vs. Milwaukee was a reminder that absence doesn't always make the heart grow fonder. On

MLB.com

Elly (right hamstring) to come off IL on Tuesday; Pagán also making progress

CINCINNATI -- With Elly De La Cruz's timeline and progress from a rehab assignment going as planned, manager Terry Francona confirmed the expected. The superstar shortstop will be activated from the injured list Tuesday. And closer Emilio Pagán may not be very far behind De La Cruz.

Mlbtraderumors

Reds Designate Chris Paddack For Assignment

The Reds announced that right-hander Pierce Johnson has been reinstated from the 15-day injured list and that righty Julian Garcia has been selected to the roster. The Garcia move was reported yesterday. To open space for those two, they have optioned righty Zach Maxwell and designated righty Chris Paddack for assignment. Cincinnati picked up Paddack […]

Red Reporter

Cincinnati Reds vs. Milwaukee Brewers – Brady Singer vs. Brandon Woodruff

The Cincinnati Reds are back in Great American Ball Park on Monday night to play host to the Milwaukee Brewers. Their division rivals are once again in 1st place in the NL Central, with the Reds occupying their familiar place of last. Brady Singer and Brandon Woodruff get the starting assignments for their respective clubs […]

Reds Upcoming Schedule

The Cincinnati Reds visit the Pittsburgh Pirates for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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