Trace and Nick will be LIVE at 9:00 PM.
On May 25, 2025, the Cincinnati Reds face the Chicago Cubs at Great American Ball Park, concluding a three-game series in a classic National League Central rivalry. This matchup, the third of the series, follows a split in the first two games, with the Cubs dominating 13-6 on May 23 and the Reds rebounding with a 6-4 victory on May 24, powered by Elly De La Cruz’s four RBIs, including a two-run homer. Both teams are battling for positioning in the NL Central, with the Cubs (31-21) leading the division and the Reds (26-27) in third, making this game critical for momentum.
The Cubs, boasting a potent offense, rely on stars like Kyle Tucker, Seiya Suzuki, and Pete Crow-Armstrong, who delivered a grand slam and a three-run homer in the series opener. Their lineup has been formidable, hitting .253 with 43 RBIs collectively, and they’ve gone 29-7 when recording eight or more hits. On the mound, the Cubs send out a probable starter (specific pitcher unconfirmed in available data), but their pitching staff has been hampered by injuries, with key arms like Shota Imanaga, Justin Steele, and Tyson Miller on the injured list. This could strain their bullpen, especially after Julian Merryweather’s rough outing on May 23, where he allowed three hits and two runs.
The Reds counter with a dynamic lineup led by De La Cruz, who’s hitting .241 with eight homers and 33 RBIs, and Spencer Steer, who’s been hot, going 13-for-36 over his last 10 games. Cincinnati has a 17-5 record when scoring five or more runs, showcasing their ability to capitalize on offensive outbursts. Their probable starter, potentially Andrew Abbott (3-0, 1.80 ERA), brings stability after Hunter Greene’s struggles in the series opener. However, the Reds’ pitching depth is also tested, with Carson Spiers, Rhett Lowder, and Brandon Williamson sidelined.
Great American Ball Park, known for favoring hitters, could lead to another high-scoring affair, especially with both teams’ injury-weakened bullpens. The game, set for a 1:10 PM EDT start, will be broadcast on FDOH and MARQ, with tickets available as low as $21. Weather in Cincinnati is expected to be favorable at 68-71°F.
This matchup hinges on whether the Reds can sustain their offensive spark and exploit the Cubs’ pitching vulnerabilities, or if Chicago’s heavy hitters will overpower Cincinnati’s staff again. Expect a competitive, potentially high-scoring game as both teams vie for divisional bragging rights.
Chatterbox Reds is your home for coverage all season long for the Cincinnati Reds with LIVE postgame shows after EVERY game on YouTube, and NEW podcasts the morning after every game (including weekends)! SUBSCRIBE to the channel and turn on notifications to ensure you never miss a thing!
PODCAST LINKS:
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast…
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3jlFDPP…
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/733…
Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0…
iHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/109483256
Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/chatter…
Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/id5327101?…
Player FM: https://player.fm/series/3450767
Andrew Abbott, Julian Aguiar, Graham Ashcraft, Scott Barlow, Emilio Pagán, Fernando Cruz, Alexis Díaz, Hunter Greene, Nick Lodolo, Nick Martinez, Tony Santillan, Carson Spiers, Brent Suter, Rhett Lowder, Brandon Williamson, Tyler Stephenson, José Trevino, Jeimer Candelario, Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Matt McLain, Elly De La Cruz, Santiago Espinal, Jonathan India, Noelvi Marte, Edwin Ríos, Will Benson, TJ Friedl, Jake Fraley, Stuart Fairchild, Austin Hays, Spencer Steer, Jacob Hurtubise, Blake Dunn, Cooper Bowman
Arizona Diamondbacks, Atlanta Braves, Baltimore Orioles, Boston Red Sox, Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, Cincinnati Reds, Cleveland Guardians, Colorado Rockies, Detroit Tigers, Houston Astros, Kansas City Royals, Los Angeles Angels, Los Angeles Dodgers, Miami Marlins, Milwaukee Brewers, Minnesota Twins, New York Mets, New York Yankees, Oakland Athletics, Philadelphia Phillies, Pittsburgh Pirates, San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants, Seattle Mariners, St. Louis Cardinals, Tampa Bay Rays, Texas Rangers, Toronto Blue Jays, Washington Nationals
JP2021.COM - Tokyo Olympics 2020.