How to Watch Upcoming Cincinnati Reds Games for Free (Legally & Easily)
Last updated: April 20, 2026
If you’re trying to catch the Cincinnati Reds this 2026 MLB season without paying for a full cable package, you’re in the right place. The Cincinnati enter this stretch at 14-8 (1st in NL Cent). They have 10 upcoming games on the schedule, starting with CIN @ TB on April 20, 2026. Below, for each game we break down exactly which network is carrying it, which streaming services include that network, and — importantly — which of those services offer a free trial so you can watch without spending a dime.
How to Watch Cincinnati Reds vs Tampa Bay Rays on April 20, 2026
You can watch Cincinnati Reds vs Tampa Bay Rays for free with Free over-the-air and Free over-the-air — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Cincinnati Reds vs Tampa Bay Rays on April 21, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on MLB.TV, Reds.TV, and Rays.TV.
How to Watch Cincinnati Reds vs Tampa Bay Rays on April 22, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on MLB.TV, Reds.TV, and Rays.TV.
How to Watch Detroit Tigers vs Cincinnati Reds on April 24, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on MLB.TV, Reds.TV, and Tigers.TV.
How to Watch Detroit Tigers vs Cincinnati Reds on April 25, 2026
You can watch Detroit Tigers vs Cincinnati Reds for free with Fubo, Hulu with Live TV, Fubo Elite, and YouTube TV — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Detroit Tigers vs Cincinnati Reds on April 26, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on MLB.TV, Reds.TV, and Tigers.TV.
How to Watch Colorado Rockies vs Cincinnati Reds on April 28, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on MLB.TV, Rockies.TV, and Reds.TV.
How to Watch Colorado Rockies vs Cincinnati Reds on April 29, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on MLB.TV, Rockies.TV, and Reds.TV.
How to Watch Colorado Rockies vs Cincinnati Reds on April 30, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on ESPN+, MLB.TV, Rockies.TV, and Reds.TV.
How to Watch Cincinnati Reds vs Pittsburgh Pirates on May 1, 2026
No streaming platforms currently listed for Apple TV.
Recent Cincinnati Reds Games & Where They Aired
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Apr 19
Cincinnati Reds @ Minnesota Twins 7-4 Aired on: MLB.TV, Twins.TV, Reds.TV -
Apr 18
Cincinnati Reds @ Minnesota Twins 5-4 Aired on: MLB.TV, Twins.TV, Reds.TV -
Apr 17
Cincinnati Reds @ Minnesota Twins 2-1 Aired on: MLB.TV, Twins.TV, Reds.TV -
Apr 16
San Francisco Giants @ Cincinnati Reds 3-0 Aired on: ESPN Unlmtd, MLB.TV, NBC Sports BA, Reds.TV -
Apr 15
San Francisco Giants @ Cincinnati Reds 3-8 Aired on: MLB.TV, NBC Sports BA, Reds.TV -
Apr 14
San Francisco Giants @ Cincinnati Reds 1-2 Aired on: MLB.TV, NBC Sports BA, Reds.TV -
Apr 12
Los Angeles Angels @ Cincinnati Reds 9-6 Aired on: MLB.TV, FanDuel SN West, Reds.TV -
Apr 11
Los Angeles Angels @ Cincinnati Reds 3-7 Aired on: MLB.TV, FanDuel SN West, Reds.TV -
Apr 10
Los Angeles Angels @ Cincinnati Reds 10-2 Aired on: Apple TV -
Apr 9
Cincinnati Reds @ Miami Marlins 1-8 Aired on: MLB.TV, Reds.TV, Marlins.TV
Streaming Services That Carry Cincinnati Reds Games
| Service | Price | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|
| Fubo | $73.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| Sling TV | $45.99/mo | No |
| Hulu with Live TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 3 Days |
| Fubo Elite | $89.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| MLB.TV | $24.99/mo | No |
| Free over-the-air | — | No |
| Free over-the-air | — | No |
| Reds.TV | $12.99/mo | No |
| Rays.TV | $12.99/mo | No |
| Tigers.TV | $12.99/mo | No |
| Rockies.TV | $12.99/mo | No |
| ESPN+ | $11.99/mo | No |
How Much Would It Cost to Watch Every Cincinnati Reds Game?
To cover every network carrying Cincinnati Reds games this season, you'd need 1 service:
But you don't need to pay all that. These services offer a free trial:
YouTube TV — free for 7 days
Hulu with Live TV — free for 3 days
That means you can watch Cincinnati Reds for 17 days for free by stacking free trials across these services.
The Cheapest Way to Watch Cincinnati Reds (Without Free Trials)
If you want to catch every Cincinnati Reds game and you're past the free trial window, the most affordable combination is 1 service at $45.99/mo:
- Sling TV — $45.99/mo
Last updated: April 20, 2026