What is the Cincinnati Reds record in 2026?

The Cincinnati Reds are 62-70, 5th in the NL Central.

Who is pitching for the Reds today?

Brady Singer (5-11, 4.72 ERA) vs Adrian Houser (4-7, 4.08 ERA). First pitch at 09:45 PM EDT.

What channel is the Reds game on today?

Today's game airs on NBCS BA, Reds.TV. First pitch at 09:45 PM EDT.

Cincinnati Reds News & Updates

August 25, 2026

The Cincinnati Reds were 62-70, 5th in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Cincinnati Reds were outplayed by the San Francisco Giants 0-5 at Oracle Park.

Reds Daily Vibe Check

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last night's loss

The score reflects some real issues. Last night's loss by 5 drags the score down. Also weighing on the score: the 2-5 record this week is doing most of the damage.

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Reds Game on August 25

Opponent:	San Francisco Giants (53-78)
Location:	Oracle Park
First Pitch:	09:45 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Brady Singer (5-11, 4.72 ERA) vs Adrian Houser (4-7, 4.08 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	NBCS BA, Reds.TV

Reds Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Cincinnati Reds were outplayed by the San Francisco Giants 0-5 at Oracle Park.

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

Reds Record & Standings

NL Central

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Brewers	81	50	.618		L1
Cubs	76	56	.576	5.5	W2
Cardinals	66	66	.500	15.5	L3
Pirates	64	69	.481	18.0	W1
Reds	62	70	.470	19.5	L2

Cincinnati Reds are 2-5 in their last 7 games, with a -13 run differential.

Reds Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
27 Sal Stewart	27	.263	.806	98
44 Elly De La Cruz	21	.262	.814	58
22 JJ Bleday	21	.220	.771	51

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
26 Chase Burns	14-3	2.77	1.15	139.2
57 Julian Garcia	2-3	2.51	0.87	32.1
49 Brock Burke	5-5	2.73	1.34	62.2

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
44 Elly De La Cruz	6 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games
43 Héctor Rodríguez	4 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games
27 Sal Stewart	6 hits, 2 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games
37 Tyler Stephenson	5 hits, 3 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
26 Chase Burns	7.0 IP, 8 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start

Reds News

The Cincinnati Reds are in freefall after a 5-0 loss to the San Francisco Giants, and the whispers of change are growing louder. With a record of 62-69, it's becoming increasingly clear that the front office may need to reevaluate direction, especially when the case against general manager Nick Krall is now stronger than ever following Houston's decision to part ways with Dana Brown. The team's prospects aren't inspiring much hope either, as only two of them crack the top 100, raising concerns about the future through 2027. Meanwhile, Chase Burns will need to shake off a rough outing if the Reds want to avoid sinking further into the depths of the National League Central. The season is unraveling, and fans deserve a vision that can actually lead to brighter days ahead.

Sources

Blogredmachine

Reds have just two top 100 prospects and neither will help in 2027

The Cincinnati Reds have some talented prospects, but many exist at the lower levels, posing a problem for the 2027 season.

Blogredmachine

Dana Brown's Astros exit makes the Reds' case to terminate Nick Krall even stronger

The Houston Astros parted ways with general manager Dana Brown, and it's time for the Cincinnati Reds to do the same with Nick Krall.

MLB.com

Burns gets knocked off his game against scuffling Giants

SAN FRANCISCO — It certainly wasn't expected for Chase Burns to have a rough start for the Reds. They happen, even to All-Star starting pitchers enjoying exceptional seasons. But it was the opponent and the way the Giants got to him in Cincinnati's 5-0 loss on Monday at Oracle Park

MLB.com

Toglia unable to avoid season-ending shoulder surgery

SAN FRANCISCO — When Michael Toglia dislocated his right shoulder on Friday, the outfielder had every hope that he could play sooner than later. However, the results of an MRI exam on Monday bore out the bad news. Toglia will need season-ending surgery, which will be performed on Tuesday in

Red Reporter

Cincinnati Reds vs. San Francisco Giants – Chase Burns vs. Carson Whisenhunt

The Cincinnati Reds continue their West Coast road trip with big eyes on the permanent basement of the National League Central within reach. Chase Burns will do his best to stem that tide in the opener between the Reds and San Francisco Giants, while the G-Men will send a lefty to the mound to start […]

Red Reporter

Michael Toglia’s season likely done as he heads for shoulder surgery

Michael Toglia dove for a ball in left field over the weekend in Arizona while playing a position he really had no business playing. He’s a 1B by trade, albeit one with a bit of right field experience, but his time in the opposite corner of the grass came in part by necessity after option […]

Reds Upcoming Schedule

The Cincinnati Reds visit the Chicago Cubs for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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