Chicago Cubs at Cincinnati Reds – Where to Watch, Stream Info, TV Channel, and Live Updates (July 11, 2026)

The Cubs arrive in Cincinnati carrying a two-game losing streak but still firmly planted in the NL Wild Card picture, and a Reds club that has quietly won its last game is looking to build something against a team with genuine playoff ambitions. These are the kinds of mid-summer matchups where the standings gap between clubs can be deceiving — Cincinnati at 43-50 has enough talent to make life difficult for anyone, and Chicago at 52-42 has enough to lose to anyone if the bats go quiet.

Pete Crow-Armstrong has been one of the more dynamic players in the National League this season, posting 21 home runs, 103 hits, and 23 stolen bases while scoring 61 runs. He is the engine of a Cubs offense that needs to rediscover its rhythm. On the other side, Sal Stewart has quietly put together a productive season with 19 home runs, 91 hits, and a team-leading 65 RBI — numbers that demand attention regardless of where Cincinnati sits in the standings.

Hunter Greene takes the ball for the Reds in what will be a closely watched start given the circumstances surrounding his return. The Cubs will counter with their own rotation piece as both clubs look to establish some momentum heading deeper into July.

Chicago Cubs at Cincinnati Reds Game Information

Game Date: July 11, 2026
Game Time: 07:10 PM ET
TV Channel: Marquee Sports Network and Cincinnati Reds
Location: Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati, OH
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)

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Chicago sits 7.5 games back in the NL Central while holding the top NL Wild Card position — a spot worth protecting as the second half intensifies. Every slip matters, and back-to-back losses have a way of tightening the margins in a crowded wild card race. Cincinnati, meanwhile, is 16 games out of first but has won its most recent game and plays at home, where the Reds are 22-26. For a club trying to salvage something from a difficult season, taking games off a legitimate playoff contender carries its own weight.

Cincinnati Reds Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 43-50
Home Record: 22-26
Away Record: 21-24
Division Record: 6-20
Streak: 1 Win streak
Winning Percentage: .462

Chicago Cubs Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 52-42
Home Record: 27-19
Away Record: 25-23
Division Record: 11-13
Streak: 2 Loss streak
Winning Percentage: .553

Stat Leaders

Cincinnati Reds (43-50, #5 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Blake Dunn, 0.282
RBI Leader: Sal Stewart, 65 RBI
Home Run Leader: Sal Stewart, 19 HR
Runs Leader: Spencer Steer, 52 Runs
Hits Leader: Sal Stewart, 91 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Elly De La Cruz, 13 SB
ERA Leader: Julian Garcia, 1.93 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Chase Burns, 118 K
Wins Leader: Chase Burns, 11 W
Saves Leader: Emilio Pagán, 7 SV

Chicago Cubs (52-42, #2 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Justin Dean, 0.400
RBI Leader: Dansby Swanson, 58 RBI
Home Run Leader: Pete Crow-Armstrong, 21 HR
Runs Leader: Pete Crow-Armstrong, 61 Runs
Hits Leader: Pete Crow-Armstrong, 103 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Pete Crow-Armstrong, 23 SB
ERA Leader: Ben Brown, 1.85 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Shota Imanaga, 105 K
Wins Leader: Colin Rea, 7 W
Saves Leader: Jacob Webb, 4 SV

What to Watch For

Hunter Greene’s return to the rotation is the central pitching angle here. His numbers — a 0-1 record and 21.60 ERA through his first start back — reflect the rust of a pitcher working his way back rather than his ceiling, and how he responds in this outing will say a great deal about what Cincinnati can expect from him the rest of the way. If Greene can settle in and give the Reds length, it changes the complexion of the game entirely.

For Chicago, Seiya Suzuki has been one of the more consistent offensive contributors all season, hitting .270 with 15 home runs and 47 RBI. Ian Happ adds another dimension with 17 home runs and 59 runs scored, giving the Cubs a lineup that can punish mistakes even when it is not at its best.

Spencer Steer brings energy to the Cincinnati lineup — his 52 runs scored reflect how often he puts himself in position to matter. JJ Bleday, at .240 with 15 home runs and 41 RBI, gives the Reds a legitimate middle-of-the-order threat. With Matt McLain sidelined on the injured list with a calf injury, Edwin Arroyo gets his opportunity, and at .250 on the season, he has shown he can handle the moment.

Cincinnati Reds Injury Report

Matt McLain – Calf (D10) – The Cincinnati Reds placed INF Matt McLain on the 10-day injured list with a strained calf.
Brandon Williamson – Shoulder (D60) – The Cincinnati Reds placed LHP Brandon Williamson to the 60-day injured list with left shoulder fatigue.
Dane Myers – Shoulder (D10) – The Cincinnati Reds placed OF Dane Myers on the 10-day injured list due to left shoulder contusion.
Graham Ashcraft – Forearm (D60) – The Cincinnati Reds placed RHP Graham Ashcraft on the 60-day injured list due to a sprained right forearm.
Blake Dunn – Elbow (D10) – The Cincinnati Reds placed OF Blake Dunn on the 10-day injured list with a right elbow sprain.
Tony Santillan – Oblique (D15) – The Cincinnati Reds placed RHP Tony Santillan on the 15-day injured list with an oblique strain.

Chicago Cubs Injury Report

Cade Horton – Forearm (D60) – The Chicago Cubs transferred RHP Cade Horton to the 60-day injured list due right forearm discomfort.
Jameson Taillon – Hamstring (D15) – The Chicago Cubs placed RHP Jameson Taillon on the 15-day injured list with a left hamstring sprain.
Hunter Harvey – Tricep (D60) – The Chicago Cubs transferred RHP Hunter Harvey to the 60-day injured list with right triceps inflammation.
Riley Martin – Elbow (D60) – The Chicago Cubs transferred LHP Riley Martin from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list due to left elbow flexor strain.
Daniel Palencia – Elbow (D15) – The Chicago Cubs placed RHP Daniel Palencia on the 15-day injured list with right elbow inflammation.
Edward Cabrera – Hamstring (D15) – The Chicago Cubs placed RHP Edward Cabrera on the 15-day injured list with a left hamstring strain.
Matt Shaw – Hand (D10) – The Chicago Cubs placed OF Matt Shaw on the 10-day injured list due to a sprained left hand.
Tyler Austin – Knee (D60) – The Chicago Cubs placed INF Tyler Austin on the 60-day injured list due to a right knee injury.
Justin Steele – Elbow (D60) – The Chicago Cubs placed LHP Justin Steele on the 60-day injured list with a left elbow injury.
Ethan Roberts – Forearm (D15) – The Chicago Cubs placed RHP Ethan Roberts on the 15-day injured list due to right forearm inflammation.
Phil Maton – Knee (D15) – The Chicago Cubs placed RHP Phil Maton on the 15-day injured list with a recurring knee ailment.
Porter Hodge – Elbow (D60) – The Chicago Cubs transaferred RHP Porter Hodge to the 60-day injured list with a right elbow strain.
Hoby Milner – Appendicitis (D15) – The Chicago Cubs placed LHP Hoby Milner on the 15-day injured list due to Appendicitis.
Ben Brown – Neck (D15) – The Chicago Cubs placed RHP Ben Brown on the 15-day injured list with a neck strain.
Shelby Miller – Elbow (D60) – The Chicago Cubs placed RHP Shelby Miller on the 60-day injured list due to a right elbow UCL injury.

Cincinnati Reds Upcoming 2026 Schedule

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July 20, 2026 at Seattle Mariners
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July 24, 2026 at St. Louis Cardinals
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Chicago Cubs Upcoming 2026 Schedule

July 11, 2026 at Cincinnati Reds
July 12, 2026 at Cincinnati Reds
July 17, 2026 vs Minnesota Twins
July 18, 2026 vs Minnesota Twins
July 19, 2026 vs Minnesota Twins
July 20, 2026 vs Detroit Tigers
July 21, 2026 vs Detroit Tigers
July 22, 2026 vs Detroit Tigers
July 24, 2026 at Pittsburgh Pirates
July 25, 2026 at Pittsburgh Pirates

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