Reds Face Diamondbacks in Friday Night Baseball Showdown

CINCINNATI, Ohio – The Cincinnati Reds are set to host the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday, June 6, at 7:10 p.m. ET. This exciting matchup kicks off a three-game series at Great American Ball Park, as both teams aim to improve their standings in the National League.

The Diamondbacks (30-31) enter the game fresh off a successful series in Atlanta, winning two consecutive games after struggling previously. Ketel Marte has emerged as a key player, recently hitting two home runs in a win over the Braves. He is batting .293 with ten homers and 17 RBIs, showcasing his return to form after an early season injury.

Corbin Carroll has also been a standout for Arizona, leading the team in several offensive categories. With 18 home runs and ten stolen bases, Carroll is consistently making an impact at the plate. Both players will look to continue their impressive performances against Reds pitcher Nick Lodolo, who carries a solid 3.10 ERA into his 13th start of the season.

The Reds (30-33) are coming off a challenging series against the Milwaukee Brewers, having lost two of three games. Cincinnati‘s offense has been inconsistent, but Elly De La Cruz remains a bright spot, leading the team with 12 home runs and 43 RBIs. Matt McLain contributed a run in a previous loss, although he has struggled with a .175 average.

The starting pitchers for this matchup have not been finalized for the Diamondbacks, raising concerns about their bullpen, which holds a 4.68 ERA, ranking near the bottom of the league. The Reds will rely on Lodolo to guide them through the game and secure a win.

This game marks the first of six meetings this season between these two clubs. The matchup will be streamed live exclusively on Apple TV+, with a seven-day free trial available for new subscribers.