How to Watch Pirates vs. Reds Tonight: Channel, Live Stream & Start Time for Friday MLB Game
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It's a divisional showdown Friday as the Pirates host the Reds to open a weekend series at PNC Park.
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The NL Central has been strong early this season, with all five teams at or above .500 for weeks. Cincinnati has spent the last two weeks atop the pile thanks in large part to the work of rookie Sal Stewart, who is among MLB's leaders in several offensive categories and leads the majors with 29 RBIs.
Pittsburgh saw ace Paul Skenes get knocked around a bit by the Cardinals on Thursday, allowing more earned runs (four) than in his previous five starts combined (three). The Pirates will hope Mitch Keller can help them bounce back as they open another divisional series against the Reds.
The veteran has faltered a bit after a brilliant start to the season, but he still brings an impressive 3.18 ERA into his matchup with Reds starter Brady Singer (4.97 ERA in six starts).
Who will begin the weekend with a win? Here's everything you need to know to watch the series opener.
How to watch Pirates vs. Reds tonight: TV channel, live stream
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: Apple TV
Pirates vs. Reds will not air on traditional television Friday. The game will stream live as part of Apple TV's "Friday Night Baseball" package.
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Subscribers can watch "Friday Night Baseball" with the Apple TV app, which is available on select smart TVs, Roku devices, Amazon Fire TV and gaming consoles.
Pirates vs. Reds start time
- Date: Friday, May 1
- Time: 6:45 p.m. ET
First pitch of Pirates vs. Reds on Friday is set for 6:45 p.m. ET. The game will be played at PNC Park in Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh Pirates schedule 2026
Here is the upcoming schedule for the Pirates:
DateOpponentTime (ET)May 1vs. Reds6:45 p.m.May 2vs. Reds4:05 p.m.May 3vs. Reds1:35 p.m.May 5at Diamondbacks9:40 p.m.May 6at Diamondbacks9:40 p.m.Cincinnati Reds schedule 2026
Here is the upcoming schedule for the Reds:
DateOpponentTime (ET)May 1at Pirates6:45 p.m.May 2at Pirates4:05 p.m.May 3at Pirates1:35 p.m.May 4at Cubs7:40 p.m.May 5at Cubs7:40 p.m.