Arizona Diamondbacks and Cincinnati Reds face off in June 2026 series

The Arizona Diamondbacks (34‑34) opened a three‑game series against the Cincinnati Reds (32‑35) on June 12, 2026 at Great American Ball Park. Both clubs, hovering near the .500 mark, were trying to boost their National League playoff chances. Arizona started left‑hander Eduardo Rodríguez (5‑2, 2.52 ERA) while Cincinnati countered with left‑hander Nick Lodolo (2‑1, 5.51 ERA). Manager Terry Francona lamented the Reds’ recent slide, noting “the results are not what we want.” The series saw a tightly contested pitchers’ duel, with the Reds winning the second game 2‑1 behind starter Rhett Lowder’s five‑plus innings and a solo home run by Noelvi Marte. Diamondbacks starter Michael Soroka allowed one run over seven innings. The games highlighted each team’s bullpen struggles and the importance of strong starting pitching as they vie for postseason positioning.