How to Watch Upcoming Cincinnati Reds Games for Free (Legally & Easily)
Last updated: August 10, 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 56-61 (5th in NL Cent). They have 10 upcoming games on the schedule, starting with CIN @ CHW on August 11, 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 Chicago White Sox on August 11, 2026
You can watch Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago White Sox for free with Fubo and DIRECTV Stream — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago White Sox on August 12, 2026
You can watch Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago White Sox for free with Fubo and DIRECTV Stream — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago White Sox on August 13, 2026
You can watch Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago White Sox for free with Fubo and DIRECTV Stream — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Miami Marlins vs Cincinnati Reds on August 14, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on MLB.TV, Reds.TV, and Marlins.TV.
How to Watch Miami Marlins vs Cincinnati Reds on August 15, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on MLB.TV, Reds.TV, and Marlins.TV.
How to Watch Miami Marlins vs Cincinnati Reds on August 16, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on MLB.TV, Reds.TV, and Marlins.TV.
How to Watch St. Louis Cardinals vs Cincinnati Reds on August 17, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on ESPN+, MLB.TV, Reds.TV, and Cardinals.TV.
How to Watch St. Louis Cardinals vs Cincinnati Reds on August 17, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on MLB.TV, Reds.TV, and Cardinals.TV.
How to Watch St. Louis Cardinals vs Cincinnati Reds on August 18, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on MLB.TV, Reds.TV, and Cardinals.TV.
How to Watch St. Louis Cardinals vs Cincinnati Reds on August 19, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on MLB.TV, Reds.TV, and Cardinals.TV.
Recent Cincinnati Reds Games & Where They Aired
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Aug 9
Cincinnati Reds @ Washington Nationals 1-7 Aired on: Peacock -
Aug 8
Cincinnati Reds @ Washington Nationals 2-8 Aired on: MLB.TV, Reds.TV, Nationals.TV -
Aug 7
Cincinnati Reds @ Washington Nationals 3-5 Aired on: MLB.TV, Reds.TV, Nationals.TV, Fox 5 WTTG, Gray Media -
Aug 6
Athletics @ Cincinnati Reds 5-6 Aired on: MLB.TV, Reds.TV, NBC Sports CA -
Aug 5
Athletics @ Cincinnati Reds 2-3 Aired on: MLB.TV, Reds.TV, NBC Sports CA -
Aug 4
Athletics @ Cincinnati Reds 4-5 Aired on: MLB.TV, Reds.TV, NBC Sports CA -
Aug 2
Pittsburgh Pirates @ Cincinnati Reds 2-10 Aired on: MLB.TV, Reds.TV -
Aug 1
Pittsburgh Pirates @ Cincinnati Reds 4-1 Aired on: MLB.TV, Reds.TV -
Jul 31
Pittsburgh Pirates @ Cincinnati Reds 7-8 Aired on: MLB.TV, Reds.TV -
Jul 30
Pittsburgh Pirates @ Cincinnati Reds 2-3 Aired on: MLB.TV, Reds.TV
Streaming Services That Carry Cincinnati Reds Games
| Service | Price | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|
| Fubo | $73.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| DIRECTV Stream | $86.99/mo | Free for 5 Days |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| MLB.TV | $24.99/mo | No |
| Reds.TV | $12.99/mo | No |
| Marlins.TV | $12.99/mo | No |
| ESPN+ | $11.99/mo | No |
| Cardinals.TV | $12.99/mo | No |
Which Streaming Service Has the Most Cincinnati Reds Games?
Across the 165 scheduled Cincinnati Reds games with a broadcaster listed, here is how many each streaming service carries, and what share of the season that covers.
| Service | Games | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| MLB.TV | 156 of 165 | 95% |
| Reds.TV | 152 of 165 | 92% |
| Fubo | 57 of 165 | 35% |
| DIRECTV Stream | 56 of 165 | 34% |
| YouTube TV | 36 of 165 | 22% |
| Free over-the-air | 14 of 165 | 8% |
| Cardinals.TV | 14 of 165 | 8% |
| Sling TVCheapest | 12 of 165 | 7% |
| Hulu with Live TV | 12 of 165 | 7% |
| Brewers.TV | 12 of 165 | 7% |
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:
- Fubo: $73.99/mo
But you don't need to pay all that. These services offer a free trial:
- Fubo: free for 7 days
- YouTube TV: free for 7 days
- DIRECTV Stream: free for 5 days
That means you can watch Cincinnati Reds for 19 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 $73.99/mo:
- Fubo — $73.99/mo
Last updated: August 10, 2026