Reds vs Red Sox: Cy Young Pitcher's Debut

0:00It's March 26th. This is Boston Red Sox News Today Team News powered by AI. The Cincinnati Reds kick off their season today by hosting the Boston Red Sox at Great American Ballpark. First pitch is at 410 PM Eastern on March 26th, 2026. On the mound, the Red Sox San Gare Crochet, who went 18 and 5 with a 2.89 ERA last year against the Reds Andrew Abbott, who finished 10 and 7 with a 2.87 mark. Both pitchers had rough springs, with Crochet at a 7.36 ERA and Abbott even higher at 11.42. Still, Crochet's status as last season's American League-Sci Young runner-up gives Boston an edge, especially after Abbott faded late last year. Fans are buzzing about the Red Sox lineup, which looks solid top to bottom, despite some changes. Keybats, like Trevor Story, who heated up with a 370 average and 56 runs after June last season, and new addition, Wilson Contreras.

1:00With 80 RBI a year ago, should feast against righty matchups. Watch for rookie Roman Anthony and right feel for Boston, the 21-year-old showed elite power potential before an injury cut his year short, and he's got strong numbers and hitter-friendly parks, like this one. You can catch the game on NESN or Fox19 now, with clear skies expected in Cincinnati. This interleague matchup sets the tone early for both squads.