The Cincinnati Reds (20-12) face the Pittsburgh Pirates (17-16) on Saturday, May 02, 2026 at 4:05 PM ET on Regional Sports Network. Rhett Lowder takes the mound against Carmen Mlodzinski. Our model gives Cincinnati Reds a 59% edge.
Quick Facts
| Matchup | Cincinnati Reds at Pittsburgh Pirates |
| Date | Saturday, May 02, 2026 |
| First Pitch | 4:05 PM ET |
| Venue | PNC Park |
| TV | Check local listings / MLB.TV |
| Streaming | MLB.TV |
| Probable Pitchers | Rhett Lowder vs Carmen Mlodzinski |
Where to Watch CIN vs PIT
The Cincinnati Reds visit the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday, May 02, 2026 with first pitch at 4:05 PM ET. The game will air on Regional Sports Network and can be streamed on MLB.TV.
Pitching Matchup
Rhett Lowder takes the mound for the Cincinnati Reds against Carmen Mlodzinski for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Matchup Analysis
The Cincinnati Reds (20-12) have a 59% win probability in our model.
The Pittsburgh Pirates (17-16) are given a 41% chance with home field advantage.
This is an NL Central divisional matchup with direct implications for the division standings.
Head-to-Head
Season Series
PIT leads 3-1Recent Form
Cincinnati Reds — Last 5 Games
2-3 · Streak: L1Pittsburgh Pirates — Last 5 Games
1-4 · Streak: W1See live scores: MLB Scores