May 8, 2026

Houston Astros at Cincinnati Reds: Game Time, TV Channel and Probable Pitchers

Check the Houston Astros at Cincinnati Reds matchup with start time, TV and streaming listings, probable pitchers, venue, score status and same-date MLB games.

6:10 PM ETStart time
FinalStatus
Reds.TV, Space City Home NetworkTV
Great American Ball ParkVenue

Houston Astros at Cincinnati Reds Game Summary

A quick matchup view with teams, score status, first pitch time and local-time conversion.
Houston Astros 10 16-23
Final 10-0 Fri, May 8 · 6:10 PM ET
Cincinnati Reds 0 20-19

Game Info: Date, Time and Venue

DateMay 8, 2026
Time6:10 PM ET
VenueGreat American Ball Park
SeriesRegular Season · Game 1 of 3
Day/Nightnight

Houston Astros vs Cincinnati Reds Probable Pitchers

HOUMike Burrows
Stats4-9 · ERA 5.99 · 75 SO · WHIP 1.55 · 94.2 IP
CINNick Lodolo
Stats3-2 · ERA 4.68 · 46 SO · WHIP 1.46 · 57.2 IP

TV Channel and Streaming

Reds.TV TV · home · Streaming
Space City Home Network TV · away · Streaming
KBME 790 AM/94.5 FM HD-2 AM · away · Streaming
KLTN-TUDN 102.9 FM AM · away · Streaming
WLW 700 AM · home · Streaming

How to Use This MLB Game Page

Designed for fans checking a single matchup before or during game day.

Check first pitch and local time

The main time is listed in Eastern Time. A local-time conversion appears when UTC start time data is available.

Confirm the TV channel

The TV and Streaming section shows loaded broadcast labels. Availability can vary by market, provider and subscription.

Compare probable pitchers

Probable pitchers and available season stats are shown for both teams, but assignments can change before first pitch.

Jump to related schedules

Use team links, the date schedule link and same-date games to keep browsing without leaving the MLB schedule tool.

More MLB Games on May 8, 2026

Other games loaded for the same date, with TV listings, probable pitchers and game details.
Date / Time Matchup Status TV / Streaming Probable Pitchers Venue Links
Fri, May 8 6:10 PM ET
Final
Reds.TV, Space City Home Network
HOU: Mike Burrows
4-9 · ERA 5.99 · 75 SO · WHIP 1.55 · 94.2 IP
CIN: Nick Lodolo
3-2 · ERA 4.68 · 46 SO · WHIP 1.46 · 57.2 IP
Great American Ball Park
Fri, May 8 6:40 PM ET
Final
NBCSP, Rockies.TV
COL: Chase Dollander
3-3 · ERA 3.89 · 47 SO · WHIP 1.30 · 44.0 IP
PHI: Jesús Luzardo
7-4 · ERA 3.75 · 125 SO · WHIP 1.27 · 103.1 IP
Citizens Bank Park
Fri, May 8 7:05 PM ET
Final
MASN, NBCSCA
ATH: Jacob Lopez
4-3 · ERA 7.04 · 42 SO · WHIP 1.84 · 53.2 IP
BAL: Kyle Bradish
5-9 · ERA 3.75 · 101 SO · WHIP 1.40 · 100.2 IP
Oriole Park at Camden Yards
Fri, May 8 7:07 PM ET
Final
ABTV, presented by Pechanga Resort Casino, SN1
LAA: Reid Detmers
3-6 · ERA 4.13 · 117 SO · WHIP 1.11 · 104.2 IP
TOR: Dylan Cease
6-4 · ERA 2.56 · 148 SO · WHIP 1.13 · 98.1 IP
Rogers Centre
Fri, May 8 7:10 PM ET
Final
Marlins.TV presented by Werner, Hoffman, Greig & Garcia, Nationals.TV
WSH: Foster Griffin
10-2 · ERA 2.77 · 109 SO · WHIP 1.02 · 110.1 IP
MIA: Robby Snelling
0-1 · ERA 5.40 · 2 SO · WHIP 1.80 · 5.0 IP
loanDepot park
Fri, May 8 7:10 PM ET
Final
NESN, Rays.TV, WMOR
TB: Jesse Scholtens
5-3 · ERA 3.82 · 30 SO · WHIP 1.27 · 37.2 IP
BOS: Connelly Early
7-5 · ERA 3.44 · 93 SO · WHIP 1.25 · 91.2 IP
Fenway Park
Fri, May 8 7:15 PM ET
Final
Apple TV
MIN: Connor Prielipp
2-5 · ERA 5.00 · 71 SO · WHIP 1.37 · 66.2 IP
CLE: Parker Messick
7-5 · ERA 2.80 · 109 SO · WHIP 1.08 · 106.0 IP
Progressive Field
Fri, May 8 7:40 PM ET
Final
Brewers.TV Presented by Potawatomi Sportsbook, YES
NYY: Max Fried
4-3 · ERA 3.21 · 50 SO · WHIP 1.01 · 61.2 IP
MIL: Jacob Misiorowski
10-4 · ERA 1.62 · 167 SO · WHIP 0.76 · 111.0 IP
American Family Field
Fri, May 8 7:40 PM ET
Final
Detroit SportsNet, Royals.TV
DET: Keider Montero
5-5 · ERA 3.15 · 60 SO · WHIP 0.99 · 94.1 IP
KC: Kris Bubic
3-2 · ERA 4.11 · 51 SO · WHIP 1.23 · 50.1 IP
Kauffman Stadium
Fri, May 8 7:40 PM ET
Final
Chicago Sports Network, Mariners.TV, WCIU TV
SEA: Emerson Hancock
6-4 · ERA 3.23 · 92 SO · WHIP 1.01 · 97.2 IP
CWS: Sean Burke
5-4 · ERA 3.56 · 106 SO · WHIP 1.22 · 98.2 IP
Rate Field
Fri, May 8 8:05 PM ET
Final
CW33, Marquee Sports Network
CHC: Ben Brown
4-2 · ERA 1.85 · 65 SO · WHIP 0.94 · 68.0 IP
TEX: Kumar Rocker
2-7 · ERA 3.95 · 74 SO · WHIP 1.34 · 84.1 IP
Globe Life Field
Fri, May 8 9:40 PM ET
Final
DBACKS.TV, WPIX
NYM: Nolan McLean
6-5 · ERA 3.73 · 118 SO · WHIP 1.12 · 101.1 IP
AZ: Ryne Nelson
3-5 · ERA 4.97 · 62 SO · WHIP 1.24 · 83.1 IP
Chase Field
Fri, May 8 9:45 PM ET
Final
Apple TV
STL: Michael McGreevy
4-7 · ERA 3.01 · 66 SO · WHIP 1.10 · 101.2 IP
SD: Griffin Canning
1-6 · ERA 6.71 · 50 SO · WHIP 1.61 · 51.0 IP
Petco Park
Fri, May 8 10:10 PM ET
Final
BravesVision, SportsNet LA
ATL: Chris Sale
9-6 · ERA 2.27 · 112 SO · WHIP 1.12 · 95.0 IP
LAD: Emmet Sheehan
4-6 · ERA 4.91 · 86 SO · WHIP 1.27 · 77.0 IP
UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium
Fri, May 8 10:15 PM ET
Final
KNTV, NBCS BA, SportsNet Pittsburgh
PIT: Carmen Mlodzinski
5-3 · ERA 3.24 · 62 SO · WHIP 1.35 · 77.2 IP
SF: Robbie Ray
8-6 · ERA 3.45 · 86 SO · WHIP 1.23 · 101.2 IP
Oracle Park

Houston Astros at Cincinnati Reds FAQ

Common questions for this MLB matchup.

What time is Houston Astros at Cincinnati Reds?

The listed start time is 6:10 PM ET. Times are shown in Eastern Time.

What channel is Houston Astros at Cincinnati Reds on?

The current TV listing is Reds.TV, Space City Home Network. Broadcast and streaming availability can vary by market.

Who are the probable pitchers?

The listed probable pitchers are Mike Burrows and Nick Lodolo. Probable starters can change before first pitch.

Where is the game being played?

The listed venue is Great American Ball Park.