Baseball fans, get ready! If you're wondering how to catch the Cincinnati Reds in action this season, there's some exciting news. Major League Baseball is stepping in to produce and distribute all local Reds game broadcasts for 2026, and it's all happening through a new platform called REDS.TV.
This is a pretty big deal for fans within the team's home television territory. You'll be able to watch every locally distributed Reds game either through your usual cable and satellite providers or, and this is the big one, stream them digitally on REDS.TV. The best part? No blackouts. That means no more frustrating interruptions when you're trying to follow your favorite team.
And if you're eager to get started, you can already snag a REDS.TV Season Pass for just $99.99. It’s a pretty straightforward way to ensure you don’t miss a single pitch of the regular season.
But wait, there's more! Before the regular season kicks off, you can get a taste of the action for free. REDS.TV is streaming select spring training games at no cost. Mark your calendars for these dates: February 21st vs. the Guardians (a Cleveland broadcast), February 28th vs. the Brewers (also a Milwaukee broadcast), March 2nd vs. the Cubs, March 8th vs. the Diamondbacks, March 17th vs. the Guardians again, and finally, March 18th vs. the Rockies. You can stream these via the MLB app with your MLB.com account – no credit card needed to sign up, which is always a nice touch.
Beyond the digital realm, there's also good news for those who prefer over-the-air television. The Reds have partnered with Gray Media and WXIX FOX19 to bring you a select number of regular-season games completely free on traditional TV. This two-year agreement means you can catch 10 regular-season games each season, including Opening Day, broadcast on free, over-the-air channels. It’s a great way to ensure everyone can tune in, regardless of their subscription.
It feels like the Reds are really trying to make it easier than ever for fans to connect with the team this year, whether you're a die-hard streaming enthusiast or prefer the classic broadcast experience.
