MLB preview: Reds-Cardinals and Orioles-Red Sox games

The Cincinnati Reds host the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium in St. Louis on June 5. The Reds have a 31‑30 record and have struggled offensively, ranking 27th in MLB with a .229 batting average. Key hitters include Elly De La Cruz (.280 average, 12 HR) and Sal Stewart (.258, 12 HR). Starting pitcher Brady Singer (2‑5, 6.18 ERA) seeks to improve his record.

The Cardinals enter the game with a 32‑28 record, playing at home with a 16‑16 mark. Their lineup features Jordan Walker (.291, 15 HR) and Alec Burleson (.287, 7 HR). Right‑hander Kyle Leahy (5‑3, 4.25 ERA) is slated to start.

On June 4, the Baltimore Orioles travel to Fenway Park to face the Boston Red Sox. The Orioles hold a 29‑33 record and have been hit hard recently, allowing eight runs in a recent loss. Core players include Adley Rutschman and Pete Alonso (12 HR, 38 RBI). Their projected starter Trevor Rogers (2‑6, 6.84 ERA) is expected to pitch.

The Red Sox sit at 26‑34, having won the previous game 8‑1. Leading contributors are Willson Contreras (11 HR, 33 RBI) and Jarren Duran (10 HR, 33 RBI). Starting pitcher Brayan Bello (2‑5, 5.63 ERA) is projected to take the mound.