Red Sox vs Reds: Crochet vs Abbott

0:00It's March 26th. This is Boston Red Sox News today, powered by AI, your team, your update. The Boston Red Sox kickoff, the 2026 MLB season, with a road series against the Cincinnati Reds. Their opening game is set for Thursday, March 26th, at 410 pm. Eastern Time and Great American Ballpark, Ace pitcher Garrett Crochet takes the mound for Boston after a stellar 2025 where he posted a 2.59 ERA and 200. 55 strikeouts, finishing as runner-up for the American league Saiyong. Meanwhile, the Reds counter with lefty Andrew Abbott on the hill. Cincinnati made the playoffs last year via the wildcard and hopes to go deeper this time around. Fans are buzzing about Crochet's potential dominance early in the season, especially after his breakout year helps solidify the Red Sox rotation. This matchup pits two strong arms against lineups hungry for a fast start. Speaking ahead, Boston plays three games in Cincinnati through March 29th, then heads

1:01the Houston for games against the Astros on March 30th and 31st. The Reds follow their series with the Red Sox by hosting the Pirates those same two days. You can catch the action on NESN, or stream it via NESN 360 or FUBO, setting the stage for an exciting start to the MLB campaign.