Summary
The Boston Red Sox will play against the Cincinnati Reds on March 26, 2026, to open the MLB season. The game will take place at Great American Ball Park, featuring new player lineups for both teams and several notable players absent due to injuries.
Key Facts
- The Boston Red Sox and Cincinnati Reds played in the 2025 MLB postseason.
- The game is scheduled for March 26, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET.
- The Red Sox added several new players, including Ranger Suarez and Willson Contreras.
- Alex Bregman left the Red Sox for the Chicago Cubs.
- Garrett Crochet will pitch for the Red Sox; he performed strongly in 2025.
- The Reds are missing pitchers Hunter Greene and Nick Lodolo due to injuries.
- Andrew Abbott will start the opening game for the Reds.
- The game can be watched live on NESN, WXIX, MLB.TV, and Fubo.
