It’s the Cincinnati Reds versus the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on May 18, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 6:40 PM ET
- Location: Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia, PA
- TV Channels: MLB Cincinnati Reds
- League Package: MLB Extra Innings®
How to Watch Cincinnati Reds vs. Philadelphia Phillies on May 18, 2026
You can watch the Philadelphia Phillies take on the Cincinnati Reds live on MLB Cincinnati Reds channel 661 with DIRECTV on May 18, 2026 at 6:40 PM ET.
Cincinnati Reds (24-23) at Philadelphia Phillies (24-23) — Game Preview
The Cincinnati Reds (24-23) head to Citizens Bank Park to face the Philadelphia Phillies (24-23) with both clubs sitting on identical records and in a tight NL race. The Phillies have hit .235 with a .696 OPS against Cincinnati’s .226 and .703 OPS, and Philadelphia’s pitching staff has been the steadier group at a 4.22 team ERA against the Reds’ 4.81. Tonight’s mound matchup pairs Nick Lodolo, who has scuffled to an 8.68 ERA and 1.61 WHIP through 9.1 innings, against Andrew Painter, who has worked through his own rough stretch at a 6.21 ERA and 1.59 WHIP across 37.2 frames. Kyle Schwarber leads the Phillies offense with 20 home runs and 36 RBIs at a .230 average, while Elly De La Cruz has been the central bat in the Cincinnati lineup at a .302 average with a .540 slug, 11 home runs and 31 RBIs from shortstop. Brandon Marsh has been the steadier bat for the home side at a .329 average, and Cristopher Sanchez gives the Phillies an arm to watch at a 1.82 ERA with 80 strikeouts. Chase Burns has been the Reds rotation’s standout at a 1.87 ERA with 55 strikeouts.
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What Time is the Philadelphia Phillies vs. Cincinnati Reds Game Today?
The Cincinnati Reds vs. Philadelphia Phillies game starts at 6:40 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch Cincinnati Reds vs. Philadelphia Phillies?
You can watch Cincinnati Reds vs. Philadelphia Phillies on your local regional sports network and MLB Extra Innings®.
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