What is the Cincinnati Reds record in 2026?

The Cincinnati Reds are 43-50, 5th in the NL Central.

Who is pitching for the Reds today?

Nick Lodolo (3-2, 4.68 ERA) vs Javier Assad (6-1, 4.15 ERA). First pitch at 07:10 PM EDT.

What channel is the Reds game on today?

Today's game airs on Marquee Sports Network, Reds.TV. First pitch at 07:10 PM EDT.

Cincinnati Reds News & Updates

July 11, 2026

The Cincinnati Reds were 43-50, 5th in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Cincinnati Reds beat the Chicago Cubs 4-0 at Great American Ball Park.

Reds Daily Vibe Check

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last night's win

Good place to be. Last night's 4-run victory is the freshest data point. Also helping: 3.3 RA/G this stretch. The pitching is carrying weight.

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Reds Game on July 11

Opponent:	Chicago Cubs (52-42)
Location:	Great American Ball Park
First Pitch:	07:10 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Nick Lodolo (3-2, 4.68 ERA) vs Javier Assad (6-1, 4.15 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	Marquee Sports Network, Reds.TV

Reds Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Cincinnati Reds beat the Chicago Cubs 4-0 at Great American Ball Park.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	4	0
	0	0	0	0	1	0	3	0		4	13	0

Highlights

Elly De La Cruz went 2-5 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Spencer Steer went 3-4.
JJ Bleday went 1-3 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.

Reds Record & Standings

NL Central

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Brewers	59	34	.634		W1
Cubs	52	42	.553	7.5	L2
Cardinals	49	44	.527	10.0	W1
Pirates	47	47	.500	12.5	L2
Reds	43	50	.462	16.0	W1

Cincinnati Reds are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a +1 run differential.

Reds Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
27 Sal Stewart	19	.257	.816	65
44 Elly De La Cruz	15	.272	.842	44
22 JJ Bleday	15	.240	.838	41

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
26 Chase Burns	11-1	2.54	1.11	102.2
70 Tejay Antone	1-0	2.33	0.93	27.0
49 Brock Burke	3-4	3.05	1.38	44.1

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
44 Elly De La Cruz	4 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .333 AVG in last 3 games
22 JJ Bleday	4 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .364 AVG in last 3 games
35 Jose Trevino	6 hits, 1 HR, 4 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games
27 Sal Stewart	4 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .364 AVG in last 3 games
7 Spencer Steer	5 hits, .5 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
21 Hunter Greene	7.0 IP, 12 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start

Reds News

Cincinnati Reds fans finally saw a glimpse of their ace Hunter Greene as he struck out 12 Cubs in a commanding seven-inning performance, showcasing why he’s the cornerstone of the rotation. The Reds managed a shutout victory, a welcome change from their recent struggles, but the buzz off the field is just as intense. With Matt McLain hitting the IL, Spencer Steer's position versatility will be crucial as he steps into center field for the first time. Meanwhile, the Reds should take notes from the St. Louis Cardinals after they extended JJ Wetherholt, it’s a reminder that securing talent early is essential to long-term success. As the Reds hover at 42-50, they need to capitalize on Greene’s return and the potential of their young stars to stay competitive in a season that has been anything but smooth.

Sources

Blogredmachine

Reds can't afford to miss the lesson behind JJ Wetherholt's extension with Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals just inked JJ Wetherholt to a multi-year extension. The Cincinnati Reds could learn a thing or two from the NL Central rivals.

Blogredmachine

Terry Francona’s most bewildering lineup decision of 2026 shows Reds’ distrust in Noelvi Marte

Terry Francona has made some off-the-wall decisions in 2026, but Friday's lineup takes the cake. It also shows a severe lack of trust in Noelvi Marte.

MLB.com

Greene gets back to business, twirls 12-K gem against Cubs

CINCINNATI -- From Reds starting pitcher Hunter Greene's right arm, the strikes were being pumped out one after another on Friday against the Cubs. Greene struck out 12 batters over seven scoreless innings as the Reds took a 4-0 victory over Chicago in the series opener at Great American Ball

MLB.com

Steer makes first start in CF with McLain headed to IL; Hayes activated

CINCINNATI -- Spencer Steer's versatility in the field for the Reds has yet to hit a boundary. Steer became an everyday first baseman last season and was a Gold Glove finalist. For Friday's series opener vs. the Cubs, the utility player entered a new frontier. Center field. It was Steer's

Red Reporter

Hunter Greene strikes out 12 Cubs as Reds shutout NL Central rivals

Hunter Greene spent over three months on the shelf following his March surgery to cleanup loose bodies in his prized right elbow. Safe to say, when he returned for his season debut last weekend, things went about as poorly as they could have possibly gone. On Friday, though, the Reds officially got their ace back. […]

Red Reporter

Spencer Steer to start in CF as Reds open series against Cubs

Spencer Steer has played just about everywhere across his college and professional careers. One place he has never played, though, is in CF. On the same day that news broke that Matt McLain would be heading to the 10-day IL with a calf strain he picked up shagging balls in CF as a player who […]

Reds Upcoming Schedule

The Cincinnati Reds visit the Colorado Rockies for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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