How to watch the Cincinnati Reds without cable in 2026
As the 2026 MLB season gets underway, Cincinnati Reds fans have more ways than ever to catch every pitch, clutch hit, and late-inning drama — without a traditional cable subscription. Whether you're following the Reds through Spring Training, the regular season, or into an October postseason run, this guide lays out exactly how to stream every Cincinnati Reds game in 2026, including the best services, platform recommendations, and key scheduling tips.
Subscribe to Fubo to stream Cincinnati Reds games all season long: Start with a free trial!
Why Fubo Is the Best Choice for Reds Fans
Fubo carries RedsTV — the Cincinnati Reds' in-market broadcast network and the exclusive local home of Reds baseball in 2026. With a Fubo subscription, you gain access to the networks that broadcast the vast majority of Reds action, including:
- RedsTV – The Reds' dedicated regional network, airing the majority of games each season
- FOX / FS1 – National Saturday games and marquee matchup coverage throughout the year, including postseason action
- ESPN / ESPN2 / ABC – Weeknight national games and select marquee matchups
- ESPN+ – Select exclusive streaming games (included with Fubo)
- MLB Network – Daily games and Reds coverage all season long (available via Sports Plus add-on)
- MLB.TV – Every out-of-market regular season game, live and on demand (available as an add-on through Fubo)
In addition to live channels, Fubo's features — Unlimited Cloud DVR, Multiview, and apps across all your favorite devices — make it easy to follow the Reds on any screen, or catch a game you missed after a long day. A free trial lets new users test the service commitment-free before baseball season hits full stride.
👉 Tip: RedsTV is included in Fubo plans for subscribers in the Cincinnati regional market. No need for a separate regional sports subscription.
Choose Fubo to watch the Cincinnati Reds all season long: Start with a free trial!
How Fubo Covers the Cincinnati Reds in 2026
The Reds play the majority of their 162-game schedule on RedsTV, with additional appearances on national networks throughout the season. Here's how Fubo has you covered across all of them:
| Network | What's on It | Available on Fubo? |
|---|---|---|
| RedsTV | Local Reds games per season | ✅ Yes (in-market) |
| FOX / FS1 | National Saturday games, NLDS/NLCS, and select marquee matchups | ✅ Yes |
| ESPN / ESPN2 / ABC | Weeknight national games | ✅ Yes |
| ESPN+ | Select exclusive streaming games | ✅ Yes (included) |
| MLB Network | Daily games and Reds features | ✅ Yes (Sports Plus add-on) |
| MLB.TV | Every out-of-market regular season game | ✅ Yes (add-on) |
With Fubo's combination of RedsTV, national networks, and MLB.TV access, you'll have a comprehensive solution for Reds games all season long — home market or not.
About RedsTV
RedsTV is the Cincinnati Reds' new in-market broadcast home for the 2026 season, replacing FanDuel Sports Network Ohio as the local television destination for Reds baseball. The broadcast lineup is anchored by play-by-play announcer John Sadak, now in his sixth season as the Reds' lead television voice. Alongside him in the booth is National Baseball Hall of Famer Barry Larkin — the 1990 World Series champion, 12-time All-Star, and greatest shortstop in Reds history — entering his sixth season as a color analyst, and Chris Welsh, now in an extraordinary 34th season calling Reds games on television. The combination of Sadak's play-calling, Larkin's Hall of Fame insight, and Welsh's three-plus decades of institutional Reds knowledge makes for one of the deepest broadcast booths in baseball. Pre- and post-game coverage is hosted by Brian Giesenschlag, a 22-year Reds broadcast institution now in his 12th season as co-host of the Emmy Award-winning Reds Live, alongside fan favorite analyst Sam LeCure in his ninth season with the network.
What About Out-of-Market Reds Fans?
If you live outside the Cincinnati area and can't access RedsTV locally, Fubo still has you covered. MLB.TV is available as an add-on through Fubo, letting you stream every out-of-market regular season game live and on demand. Whether you're a Reds fan in Columbus, Chicago, or anywhere else in the country, MLB.TV through Fubo puts every pitch of the Cincinnati season within reach.
Note that standard MLB.TV blackout restrictions apply: if you're in the Reds' home market, those games will be blacked out on MLB.TV (which is why RedsTV via Fubo is the right solution for local fans).
The 2026 Reds: A Young Core Arriving
The Cincinnati Reds are building one of the most exciting young rosters in baseball, and 2026 is the year that core begins to mature into a legitimate contender. Shortstop Elly De La Cruz — one of the most electrifying players in the game — brings elite speed, power, and athleticism to a lineup that is getting younger and better by the season. Right-hander Hunter Greene, whose triple-digit fastball and wipeout slider give him frontline ace potential, anchors a pitching staff that is developing depth alongside him. Outfielder Tyler Stephenson provides veteran leadership, and a cadre of young hitters and arms are competing for roles that will define this team's ceiling.
The Reds' front office has been patient with this rebuild, and the pieces are clearly coming together. The NL Central is competitive, with the Milwaukee Brewers and Chicago Cubs both fielding quality teams, but Cincinnati enters 2026 with genuine optimism that this young core can make noise in the division race. With Barry Larkin in the booth and De La Cruz on the field, there's no shortage of reasons to tune in to every game on RedsTV.
2026 Cincinnati Reds Season: Key Dates to Know
- Spring Training Begins: February 20, 2026
- Opening Day: March 26, 2026
- Jackie Robinson Day: April 15, 2026
- All-Star Week: July 11–14, 2026
- Home Run Derby: July 13, 2026
- Trade Deadline: August 3, 2026
- MLB at Field of Dreams: August 13, 2026
- Postseason Begins: September 29, 2026
- World Series: October 23, 2026
Tips for Streaming the Reds Like a Pro
- Start with Fubo as your base — RedsTV is available on Fubo, making it the essential service for in-market Reds fans across the Cincinnati and Tri-State area.
- Add MLB.TV as an add-on through Fubo for out-of-market coverage — this gives you every regular season game live and on demand, perfect if you're not in the Cincinnati market.
- Add the Sports Plus package for MLB Network — daily baseball programming and select live games make it a worthwhile upgrade for the serious fan.
- Set up Cloud DVR for doubleheaders and late games — Fubo's Unlimited Cloud DVR lets you record games so you never miss an inning.
- Check national windows early — the Reds appear on FOX Saturday baseball and ESPN weeknight games throughout the season; these are already included in your Fubo package.
- Follow Elly De La Cruz's development — one of the most watchable players in baseball, De La Cruz's 2026 season on RedsTV through Fubo is must-see television.
How to Stream Every Reds Game in 2026: The Bottom Line
For Reds fans, the path to streaming every game in 2026 is straightforward:
- Subscribe to Fubo for RedsTV (local games), FOX/FS1, ESPN/ESPN2/ABC, and ESPN+ — covering the backbone of the Reds broadcast schedule.
- Add MLB.TV as an add-on through Fubo for every out-of-market regular season game live and on demand.
- Add Sports Plus for MLB Network access and additional live game coverage.
- Use Fubo's Unlimited Cloud DVR to record any game you can't watch live.
With this setup — and a quick check of your local market and blackout rules — you'll be ready to stream every pitch of the 2026 Cincinnati Reds season.
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