Giants set to face Reds in series amid struggling seasons
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 6:22 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The San Francisco Giants and Cincinnati Reds are scheduled to meet in a series starting August 24, 2026. Both teams are among the most disappointing in Major League Baseball this season, with the Giants at 52-78 and the Reds at 42-58. The Reds feature standout player Elly De La Cruz, but their lineup ranks last in MLB by several metrics. The Giants have similarly struggled, contributing to a lack of contention in the standings. The series presents an opportunity for both teams to find some momentum amid a turbulent season.
- •Giants currently hold a 52-78 record.
- •Reds sit at 42-58, struggling despite early season promise.
- •Elly De La Cruz highlighted as a key player for the Reds.
- •Both teams rank low in offensive and pitching metrics.
- •Series begins on August 24, 2026.
- 6:22 PMYahoo Sports — Giants-Reds Series Preview
"The Giants are awful, but will they look less so against one of the sport’s most disappointing teams?
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