It’s the Washington Nationals versus the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on May 14, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 12:40 PM ET
- Location: Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati, OH
- TV Channels: MLB Network, MLB Cincinnati Reds, MLB Washington Nationals
- Streaming: Cincinnati Reds – MLB.TV, Washington Nationals – MLB.TV
- League Package: MLB® Extra Innings®
How to Watch Washington Nationals vs. Cincinnati Reds on May 14, 2026
You can watch the Cincinnati Reds take on the Washington Nationals live on DIRECTV on Cincinnati Reds – MLB.TV, Washington Nationals – MLB.TV, MLB Network, MLB Cincinnati Reds and MLB Washington Nationals on May 14, 2026 at 12:40 PM ET.
Washington Nationals (21-22) at Cincinnati Reds (22-21) — Game Preview
The Nationals and Reds close out a three-game series Thursday afternoon at Great American Ball Park, with Washington looking to complete the sweep and Cincinnati trying to avoid being swept at home. Washington is scheduled to start Foster Griffin, who enters at 4-1 with a 2.12 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 42 strikeouts. Cincinnati counters with rookie Chase Burns, who enters at 4-1 with a 2.11 ERA, 1.04 WHIP and 48 strikeouts over 47.0 innings. At the plate, CJ Abrams has been one of Washington’s top offensive contributors, batting .296 with a .391 OBP, .539 slugging percentage, nine home runs and 36 RBI. James Wood adds another power threat with 12 home runs and 29 RBI. For Cincinnati, Elly De La Cruz has been one of the Reds’ most productive hitters, entering with a .295 average, .520 slugging percentage, 10 home runs and 29 RBI. With two efficient starters on the mound, the finale gives Washington a chance to finish a road sweep, while Cincinnati looks to answer at home before moving on to its next series.
Regional Coverage
MLB Cincinnati Reds, MLB Washington Nationals
National TV
MLB Network
Streaming
Cincinnati Reds – MLB.TV, Washington Nationals – MLB.TV
League Packages
MLB® Extra Innings®
What Time is the Cincinnati Reds vs. Washington Nationals Game Today?
The Washington Nationals vs. Cincinnati Reds game starts at 12:40 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch Washington Nationals vs. Cincinnati Reds?
You can watch Washington Nationals vs. Cincinnati Reds on Cincinnati Reds – MLB.TV, Washington Nationals – MLB.TV, MLB Network, your local regional sports network and MLB® Extra Innings®.
Washington Nationals vs. Cincinnati Reds Channel on DIRECTV
MLB Washington Nationals (Channel 641), MLB Cincinnati Reds (Channel 661)
Players to Watch: Washington Nationals vs. Cincinnati Reds
Washington Nationals
CJ Abrams — SS. A slash line of .296/.391/.539 with 9 home runs and 36 RBI through 43 games. Abrams has been the engine of the Washington offense, with the OBP jump signaling that this on-base gains have added another layer to his production.
James Wood — RF. 12 home runs and 29 RBI. The average sits at .238, Wood remains a key part of Washington’s lineup.
Cincinnati Reds
Elly De La Cruz — SS. Hitting .295 with a .520 slug, 10 home runs and 29 RBI. He has been on a five-game multi-hit streak that’s the longest in the majors this season, and his recent form makes him one of Cincinnati’s key bats in the finale.
Chase Burns — SP. Today’s starter, with a 2.11 ERA, 4 wins and 48 strikeouts in 47.0 innings. Burns has been one of Cincinnati’s strongest early-season rotation pieces.
Injury Report: Washington Nationals vs. Cincinnati Reds
Washington Nationals
Clayton Beeter (RP) — 15-day IL, right forearm soreness
Trevor Williams (SP) — 60-day IL, right elbow surgery
DJ Herz (SP) — 60-day IL, left elbow surgery
Josiah Gray (SP) — 60-day IL, right elbow strain
Ken Waldichuk (RP) — 60-day IL, left elbow sprain
Cole Henry (RP) — 15-day IL, right shoulder strain
Max Kranick (RP) — 15-day IL, right elbow surgery
Cincinnati Reds
Rhett Lowder (SP) — 15-day IL, right shoulder soreness
Eugenio Suarez (3B) — 10-day IL, left oblique strain
Caleb Ferguson (RP) — 15-day IL, right oblique strain
Hunter Greene (SP) — 60-day IL, right elbow surgery
Brandon Williamson (SP) — 60-day IL, left shoulder soreness
Emilio Pagan (RP) — 15-day IL, left hamstring strain
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