St. Louis Cardinals vs Cincinnati Reds Live Stream: How to Watch MLB

After starting their five-game series with a doubleheader on Monday, the St. Louis Cardinals and Cincinnati Reds get back at it with the middle game of the series on Tuesday.

There’s a long National League Central series taking place this week, with the middle game of the set coming up on Tuesday night. In that one, the St. Louis Cardinals (64-62) are on the road, visiting the Cincinnati Reds (60-65). This series got elongated due to a rainout, which created a doubleheader on Monday getting the total length of the series to five games. After splitting Monday’s games, who will take the series lead on Tuesday?

How to Watch St. Louis Cardinals vs Cincinnati Reds Today:

Game Date: Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026

Game Time: 6:30 p.m. ET

TV: Cincinnati Reds, MLB.TV – St. Louis Cardinals, St. Louis Cardinals

Location: Great American Ball Park

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Both of Monday’s games were decided by just one run. In the early game – a makeup of a May 24 contest – the Cardinals grabbed a 2-1 win. The Cardinals scored both of their runs on an Alec Burleson double in the top of the first, and then Redbirds’ bullpen came up huge for them. In total, five pitchers pitched five different innings, allowing a total of just one hit and no walks with no runs surrendered.

The second game was more offense-driven and required extra innings to finish. In 10 innings, the teams combined for 11 runs and 24 hits. It came down to Reds designated hitter Elly De La Cruz getting his first career walk-off hit with a 10th-inning single.

What Time Is the St. Louis Cardinals vs Cincinnati Reds Game On?

The St. Louis Cardinals vs Cincinnati Reds game will take place on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. ET. Tune in and catch some great MLB action.

What Channel Is the St. Louis Cardinals vs Cincinnati Reds Game On?

Looking to watch this game? Fans can tune into Cincinnati Reds, MLB.TV – St. Louis Cardinals, St. Louis Cardinals to see the action. Make sure you subscribe to Fubo now to watch this matchup, as well as numerous other sports leagues.

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