How can I watch Reds vs. Pirates Game 2 on Friday?

Matchup: Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Date: Friday, August 8, 2025 Time: 6:40 PM ET TV Channels: Apple TV+ Live Stream Platform: Apple TV+ (Subscription required) Location: Pittsburgh, PA Stadium: PNC Park

How can I watch Reds vs. Pirates on Saturday?

Matchup: Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025 Time: 6:40 PM ET TV Channels: SportsNet Pittsburgh Live Stream Platform: MLB.TV (Out-of-market streaming; regional restrictions may apply) Location: Pittsburgh, PA Stadium: PNC Park

What are the betting odds for Reds vs. Pirates Game 1?

Run Line: Reds +1.5 (-154), Pirates -1.5 (+128) Moneyline: Reds +150, Pirates -172 World Series Odds: Reds +11000, Pirates +100000

Who are the key players to watch on the Cincinnati Reds?

Elly De La Cruz – As the team's shortstop, Elly De La Cruz led the Reds in multiple categories in 2025, including games played (115), hits (123), batting average (.279), home runs (19), RBIs (73), stolen bases (30), and posted an impressive .832 OPS and 3.6 WAR, making him the most impactful player on the roster. TJ Friedl – Serving as the Reds' center fielder, TJ Friedl hit .275 with a strong .375 OBP, 10 home runs, 37 RBIs, 16 doubles, and 10 stolen bases across 107 games, providing crucial production and consistency at the top of the lineup. Matt McLain – As the regular second baseman, Matt McLain contributed 11 home runs, 38 RBIs, 16 stolen bases, and played 104 games, helping solidify the infield and adding additional offensive support despite a lower batting average (.223).

Who are the key players to watch on the Pittsburgh Pirates?

Oneil Cruz – Cruz leads the team with 18 home runs in the 2025 season, highlighting his significant power as a center fielder. Bryan Reynolds – Reynolds is among the top hitters for the Pirates with 10 home runs and consistent offensive production as a right fielder. Andrew McCutchen – Serving as designated hitter, McCutchen has provided veteran leadership and ranks second on the team with 11 home runs in 2025.

What are the key team stats for the Cincinnati Reds?

R: 555 AVG: .246 OBP: .318 SLG: .390 OPS: .708 HR: 117 SB: 98 ERA: 3.87 WHIP: 1.24 K: 954 BB: 360 OBA: .234 SV: 28

What are the key team stats for the Pittsburgh Pirates?

R: 407 AVG: .232 OBP: .303 SLG: .346 OPS: .649 HR: 81 SB: 89 ERA: 3.88 WHIP: 1.22 K: 879 BB: 334 OBA: .236 SV: 24

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Jared Triolo throws to first base during the sixth inning at PNC Park.

Aug 6, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Jared Triolo (19) throws to first base after a force out of San Francisco Giants designated hitter Rafael Devers (16) at second base during the sixth inning at PNC Park. Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

How to watch the Cincinnati Reds vs. the Pittsburgh Pirates: First pitch, TV & streaming details for tonight

Q: How can I watch Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Game 1 tonight?

Matchup: Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Date: Thursday, August 7, 2025 Time: 6:40 PM ET TV Channels: MLB Network and SportsNet Pittsburgh (also Bally Sports Ohio) Live Stream Platform: DIRECTV Stream (Regional restrictions may apply) Location: Pittsburgh, PA Stadium: PNC Park

By Matt Buxbaum | Last updated Aug 7, 2025 1:00 PM ET

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With both the Reds and Pirates fighting to keep their postseason hopes alive, we can expect an exciting series to happen. The Reds are sitting 3 games back from the final National league Wild Card spot, and need a win to improve their standings. Can they do it?

How to watch Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Game 1 tonight

Matchup: Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
Date: Thursday, August 7, 2025
Time: 6:40 PM ET
TV Channels: MLB Network and SportsNet Pittsburgh (also Bally Sports Ohio)
Live Stream Platform: DIRECTV Stream (Regional restrictions may apply)
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Stadium: PNC Park

Predictions, odds, and spread for Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates — Game 1

Key Line	Cincinnati Reds	Pittsburgh Pirates
Run Line	+1.5	-1.5
Run Line Odds	-154	+128
Moneyline	+150	-172
World Series Odds	+11000	+100000

How to watch Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Game 2 Friday

Matchup: Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
Date: Friday, August 8, 2025
Time: 6:40 PM ET
TV Channels: Apple TV+
Live Stream Platform: Apple TV+ (Subscription required)
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Stadium: PNC Park

How to watch Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Saturday

Matchup: Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time: 6:40 PM ET
TV Channels: SportsNet Pittsburgh
Live Stream Platform: MLB.TV (Out-of-market streaming; regional restrictions may apply)
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Stadium: PNC Park

Key players you need to watch on the Cincinnati Reds

Elly De La Cruz – As the team's shortstop, Elly De La Cruz led the Reds in multiple categories in 2025, including games played (115), hits (123), batting average (.279), home runs (19), RBIs (73), stolen bases (30), and posted an impressive .832 OPS and 3.6 WAR, making him the most impactful player on the roster.
TJ Friedl – Serving as the Reds' center fielder, TJ Friedl hit .275 with a strong .375 OBP, 10 home runs, 37 RBIs, 16 doubles, and 10 stolen bases across 107 games, providing crucial production and consistency at the top of the lineup.
Matt McLain – As the regular second baseman, Matt McLain contributed 11 home runs, 38 RBIs, 16 stolen bases, and played 104 games, helping solidify the infield and adding additional offensive support despite a lower batting average (.223).

Key players you need to watch on the Pittsburgh Pirates

Oneil Cruz – Cruz leads the team with 18 home runs in the 2025 season, highlighting his significant power as a center fielder.
Bryan Reynolds – Reynolds is among the top hitters for the Pirates with 10 home runs and consistent offensive production as a right fielder.
Andrew McCutchen – Serving as designated hitter, McCutchen has provided veteran leadership and ranks second on the team with 11 home runs in 2025.

Key stats for Cincinnati Reds

TEAM	R	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	HR	SB	ERA	WHIP	K	BB	OBA	SV
Cincinnati Reds	555	.246	.318	.390	.708	117	98	3.87	1.24	954	360	.234	28

Key stats for Pittsburgh Pirates

TEAM	R	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	HR	SB	ERA	WHIP	K	BB	OBA	SV
Pittsburgh Pirates	407	.232	.303	.346	.649	81	89	3.88	1.22	879	334	.236	24

Who's winning the Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates series?

With a four game series approaching, either team has a chance to win the series. The Pirates have been hot as of late, and with the trade deadline approaching, may go all out to see who should stay on the roster.