Get ready for some early-season action as division rivals clash in a classic NL Central showdown — the Cincinnati Reds are hosting the Pittsburgh Pirates for this week’s edition of ‘Friday Night Baseball’ on Apple TV+.
The Pirates are coming in hot after winning three of their last four games, including a dramatic 13-inning thriller on Wednesday. That marathon finally ended thanks to Joey Bart, their catcher, who came through with a clutch walk-off hit to seal the win. One of Pittsburgh’s longtime fan favorites, Andrew McCutchen, is showing he’s still got it at 38 years old, kicking off the season with a solid .766 OPS (a stat that basically means he’s hitting and getting on base at a nice clip).
On the other side, the Reds managed to spark some offense in their most recent game out in San Francisco, even though they just missed out on a series sweep. Still, they picked up their first series win of the season — and that’s a step in the right direction.
One name Reds fans are buzzing about? Elly De La Cruz. This 23-year-old rising star is full of potential, and he’s hoping to get into a groove now that he’s back at home. In his last game, he notched his second multi-hit performance of the year, which could be a sign that his bat is heating up.
Last year, the Pirates got the better of the Reds, taking 8 of their 13 games in the season series — so there’s definitely some unfinished business for Cincinnati.
Want to catch all the action? Tune in to ‘Friday Night Baseball’ live on Apple TV+ to see who comes out on top in this early-season battle. Whether you’re rooting for the young talent in Cincinnati or the veteran leadership in Pittsburgh, this one’s shaping up to be a fun one.
What channel is Reds vs. Pirates on today?
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: Apple TV+
Heads up, baseball fans! If you’re planning to catch the Reds vs. Pirates game, don’t bother flipping through your regular TV channels — this one won’t be on traditional cable. Instead, it’s streaming exclusively on Apple TV+ as part of their ‘Friday Night Baseball’ series.
Here’s the good news: Apple TV+ is super affordable right now. For a limited time, you can grab a subscription for just $2.99 a month for your first three months. You can cancel anytime during that trial if you change your mind. After those three months, the regular price is $9.99 a month — still a decent deal if you’re into premium sports and shows.
To watch, just use the Apple TV app, which is available on most smart TVs, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and even gaming consoles. So whether you’re lounging on the couch or multitasking with your PlayStation, you won’t miss a pitch.
It’s a smooth way to catch the game without the hassle of cable — plus, the stream is high quality and commercial-free during the action. A total win-win.
Reds vs. Pirates start time
- Date: Friday, April 11
- Time: 6:40 p.m. ET
Apple TV+ ‘Friday Night Baseball’ schedule 2025
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| April 11 | Pirates at Reds | 6:30 p.m. |
| Tigers at Twins | 8 p.m. | |
| April 18 | Twins at Braves | 7 p.m. |
| Mariners at Blue Jays | 7 p.m. | |
| April 25 | Red Sox at Guardians | 7 p.m. |
| Rangers at Giants | 10 p.m. | |
| May 2 | Padres at Pirates | 6:30 p.m. |
| Cubs at Brewers | 8 p.m. | |
| May 9 | Cardinals at Nationals | 6:30 p.m. |
| Giants at Twins | 8 p.m. | |
| May 16 | Astros at Rangers | 8 p.m. |
| Mariners at Padres | 9:30 p.m. | |
| May 23 | Dodgers at Mets | 7 p.m. |
| Diamondbacks at Cardinals | 8 p.m. | |
| May 30 | Red Sox at Braves | 7 p.m. |
| Yankees at Dodgers | 10 p.m. | |
| June 6 | Diamondbacks at Reds | 7 p.m. |
| Cubs at Tigers | 7 p.m. | |
| June 13 | Angels at Orioles | 7 p.m. |
| Padres at Diamondbacks | 9:30 p.m. | |
| June 20 | Mets at Phillies | 7 p.m. |
| Royals at Padres | 9:30 p.m. | |
| June 27 | Rays at Orioles | 7 p.m. |
| Cardinals at Guardians | 7 p.m. |
