Orioles and Reds open series with struggling offenses over July 4 weekend
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
The Baltimore Orioles face the Cincinnati Reds in a three-game series starting July 4. Both teams enter the matchup seeking improvements after lackluster recent performances, with the Orioles needing to establish themselves as wild card contenders. The Reds have struggled offensively, hitting just.228 for the season, while their pitching staff ranks poorly in ERA. This series offers an opportunity for one team to gain momentum heading into the All-Star break.
- •Orioles and Reds clash over Independence Day weekend.
- •Reds have a 10-17 May and 9-17 June record.
- •Baltimore's Trevor Rogers has shown improved form recently.
- •Cincinnati's Brady Singer has struggled with home runs this season.
- •Hunter Greene makes his season debut for the Reds.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Orioles vs. Reds series preview: Probable pitchers and more
"The Reds started this season off on a hot streak and have had two losing months since then.
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