Cincinnati Reds at Chicago White Sox – Where to Watch, Stream Info, TV Channel, and Live Updates (August 12, 2026)

Chicago holds a four-game lead atop the AL Central, but the White Sox have gone just 4-6 over their last ten games — a stretch that has left some questions about whether this group can sustain a division run through the final weeks of the season. Cincinnati arrives having won six of its last ten, including a sweep of Oakland and a dominant 10-2 victory over Pittsburgh, carrying genuine momentum into a road environment where the White Sox own a 36-23 record.

For Chicago, Munetaka Murakami’s 26 home runs and Colson Montgomery’s matching 26 long balls give the lineup a power ceiling that few opponents can ignore. Miguel Vargas has driven in 68 runs and scored 79, making him the engine of an offense that can break a game open in a single inning. On the Cincinnati side, Sal Stewart has been one of the more quietly productive hitters in the National League — 25 home runs, 87 RBI, and 114 hits — while Elly De La Cruz brings a different kind of threat with 21 stolen bases and 67 runs scored. These are two lineups with legitimate weapons, and the pitching matchup with Nick Lodolo taking the ball for Cincinnati adds a tactical wrinkle that shapes how both managers deploy their rosters.

Cincinnati Reds at Chicago White Sox Game Information

Game Date: August 12, 2026
Game Time: 07:40 PM ET
TV Channel: Chicago Sports Network, Cincinnati Reds, and MLB.TV – Chicago White Sox
Location: Rate Field, Chicago, IL
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)

Game Preview

Chicago’s grip on the AL Central is real but not comfortable — a 4-6 stretch over the last ten games is the kind of soft patch that invites challengers. The White Sox are chasing their first playoff appearance in four years, and every home game at a venue where they’ve gone 36-23 carries weight. Cincinnati sits 16 games back in the NL Central and is not in a division race, but a Reds team that has won six of its last ten is playing with purpose. Road trips against contenders are where reputations get built or damaged, and this Reds group has enough offense to make Chicago uncomfortable.

Chicago White Sox Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 61-57
Home Record: 36-23
Away Record: 25-34
Division Record: 20-13
Streak: 1 Loss streak
Winning Percentage: .517

Cincinnati Reds Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 57-61
Home Record: 29-31
Away Record: 28-30
Division Record: 11-24
Streak: 1 Win streak
Winning Percentage: .483

Stat Leaders

Chicago White Sox (61-57, #1 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Brenton Doyle, 0.294
RBI Leader: Miguel Vargas, 68 RBI
Home Run Leader: Munetaka Murakami, 26 HR
Runs Leader: Miguel Vargas, 79 Runs
Hits Leader: Chase Meidroth, 114 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Luisangel Acuña, 16 SB
ERA Leader: Jonathan Cannon, -1.00 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Sean Burke, 152 K
Wins Leader: Davis Martin, 9 W
Saves Leader: Seranthony Domínguez, 12 SV

Cincinnati Reds (57-61, #4 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Michael Toglia, 0.500
RBI Leader: Sal Stewart, 87 RBI
Home Run Leader: Sal Stewart, 25 HR
Runs Leader: Elly De La Cruz, 67 Runs
Hits Leader: Sal Stewart, 114 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Elly De La Cruz, 21 SB
ERA Leader: Chase Burns, 2.61 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Chase Burns, 143 K
Wins Leader: Chase Burns, 13 W
Saves Leader: Emilio Pagán, 14 SV

What to Watch For

Nick Lodolo draws the start for Cincinnati, and his presence on the mound immediately shapes Chicago’s lineup construction. With Lodolo — a left-hander — taking the ball, Andrew Benintendi sits for the second consecutive game, pushing Sam Antonacci back to second base. Antonacci has hit .273 with 8 home runs, 35 RBI, and 14 stolen bases, and his versatility gives Chicago’s lineup a different look without sacrificing production. Lodolo carries a 4.86 ERA and 3 wins on the season, numbers that suggest Cincinnati will need run support to keep pace.

For the Reds, Sal Stewart is the offensive anchor — 25 home runs, 87 RBI, and 114 hits represent the kind of sustained production that forces opposing pitchers to work carefully. JJ Bleday has added 20 home runs and 47 RBI, giving Cincinnati a second legitimate power threat in the middle of the order.

On the Chicago side, Chase Meidroth is listed as day-to-day with a wrist issue, which bears watching given that he has accumulated 114 hits on the season. His availability could affect how the White Sox construct their lineup against a left-handed starter. Spencer Steer is on the injured list for Cincinnati with a wrist injury, opening opportunity for others to step into a lineup that has been finding its footing over the last ten games.

Chicago White Sox Injury Report

Prelander Berroa – Elbow (D60) – The Chicago White Sox transferred RHP Prelander Berroa to the 60-day injured list as he recovers from Tommy John surgery.
Jordan Leasure – Flexor (D60) – The Chicago White Sox transferred RHP Jordan Leasure to the 60-day injured list with a right flexor strain.
Mike Vasil – Elbow (D60) – The Chicago White Sox transferred RHP Mike Vasil from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list as he recovers from Tommy John surgery.
Brooks Baldwin – Elbow (D60) – The Chicago White Sox transferred OF Brooks Baldwin from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day injured list with a right elbow sprain.
Drew Thorpe – Elbow (D60) – The Chicago White Sox transferred RHP Drew Thorpe to the 60-day injured list as he recovers from Tommy John surgery.
Tanner Murray – Shoulder (D60) – The Chicago White Sox transferred INF Tanner Murray to the 60-day injured list with a left shoulder dislocation and fracture.
Joey Bart – Hand (D10) – The Chicago White Sox placed C Joey Bart on the 10-day injured list with a fifth metacarpal fracture in his left hand.
Kyle Teel – Ankle (D10) – The Chicago White Sox placed C Kyle Teel on the 10-day injured list with a left ankle sprain.
Ky Bush – Elbow (D60) – The Chicago White Sox placed LHP Ky Bush on the 60-day injured list due to elbow problems following his Tommy John surgery.
Chris Murphy – Flexor (D15) – The Chicago White Sox placed LHP Chris Murphy on the 15-day injured list with a left flexor strain.
Chase Meidroth – Wrist (Day-to-Day) – Meidroth is not in the lineup for Tuesday’s (Aug. 11) game against the Reds due to left wrist soreness.

Cincinnati Reds Injury Report

Spencer Steer – Wrist (D10) – The Cincinnati Reds placed INF Spencer Steer on the 10-day injured list with right wrist sprain.
Brandon Williamson – Shoulder (D60) – The Cincinnati Reds placed LHP Brandon Williamson to the 60-day injured list with left shoulder fatigue.
Hunter Greene – Elbow (D60) – The Cincinnati Reds transferred RHP Hunter Greene to the 60-day injured list with right elbow soreness.
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 (D60) – The Cincinnati Reds transferred OF Blake Dunn from the 10-day injured list to the 60-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 White Sox Upcoming 2026 Schedule

August 12, 2026 vs Cincinnati Reds
August 13, 2026 vs Cincinnati Reds
August 14, 2026 at Detroit Tigers
August 15, 2026 at Detroit Tigers
August 16, 2026 at Detroit Tigers
August 17, 2026 at Chicago Cubs
August 18, 2026 at Chicago Cubs
August 19, 2026 at Chicago Cubs
August 20, 2026 vs Atlanta Braves
August 21, 2026 vs New York Mets

Cincinnati Reds Upcoming 2026 Schedule

August 12, 2026 at Chicago White Sox
August 13, 2026 at Chicago White Sox
August 14, 2026 vs Miami Marlins
August 15, 2026 vs Miami Marlins
August 16, 2026 vs Miami Marlins
August 17, 2026 vs St. Louis Cardinals
August 17, 2026 vs St. Louis Cardinals
August 18, 2026 vs St. Louis Cardinals
August 19, 2026 vs St. Louis Cardinals
August 20, 2026 vs St. Louis Cardinals

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