Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati, OH
First Pitch: 1:40 PM ET
Probable Pitchers:
ARI — Zac Gallen (RHP) vs. CIN — Andrew Abbott (LHP)
Broadcast: Bally Sports Arizona / Bally Sports Ohio / MLB.TV
Arizona and Cincinnati meet for the series finale with both clubs hovering around .500 and trying to build momentum in the middle of June. The Diamondbacks send their ace Zac Gallen to the mound, while the Reds counter with the crafty left‑hander Andrew Abbott, who has been excellent at home this season.
This matchup features a contrast in styles: Gallen’s elite command and swing‑and‑miss arsenal vs. Abbott’s deception, vertical movement, and ability to neutralize right‑handed hitters.
Venue & Weather
Great American Ball Park — Cincinnati, Ohio
- Dimensions: 328 ft (LF), 379 ft (LCF), 404 ft (CF), 370 ft (RCF), 325 ft (RF)
- Park Factor: One of MLB’s most hitter‑friendly parks, especially for HRs
- Surface: Kentucky bluegrass
Weather Forecast
- Temperature: 82–85°F
- Sky: Mostly sunny
- Wind: 8–11 mph blowing out to right‑center
- Rain: <10%
- Impact:
- Boosts HR potential for both sides
- Warm air + wind out → ideal for RH pull hitters (Walker, Marte) and LH power (De La Cruz)
- Pitchers must keep the ball down or risk multi‑run innings
Injury Report
Arizona Diamondbacks
- Ketel Marte — Probable (hamstring tightness)
- Christian Walker — Healthy
- Eduardo Rodriguez — OUT (shoulder)
- Paul Sewald — OUT (lat strain)
Impact: Arizona’s bullpen is thin without Sewald, and Marte’s health is critical to the top of the order.
Cincinnati Reds
- Elly De La Cruz — Probable (quad soreness)
- TJ Friedl — OUT (wrist)
- Nick Lodolo — OUT (forearm)
- Alexis Díaz — Probable (fatigue)
Impact: De La Cruz’s availability dramatically changes Cincinnati’s offensive ceiling. The bullpen remains volatile.
Team Records & Recent Form
Arizona Diamondbacks (35–35)
- Last 10: 5–5
- Road Record: 17–18
- Runs/Game: 4.41
- Team ERA: 4.15
- Trend: Offense streaky; rotation stabilizing; bullpen unreliable
Cincinnati Reds (33–36)
- Last 10: 4–6
- Home Record: 18–17
- Runs/Game: 4.52
- Team ERA: 4.38
- Trend: Offense inconsistent; pitching improving; bullpen shaky late
Series History (2026 Season)
- Diamondbacks lead season series 2–1
- Arizona has won 4 of the last 6 meetings
- Great American Ball Park has historically favored Arizona’s RH power bats
Pitching Matchup Breakdown
ARI — Zac Gallen (RHP)
Record: 6–4 ERA: 3.32 WHIP: 1.10 K/BB: 82/18 Last 3 Starts: 2.70 ERA, 1.05 WHIP
Profile: Gallen remains one of MLB’s most consistent frontline starters. His fastball‑curveball‑changeup mix generates weak contact and strikeouts. He excels at limiting damage and controlling innings.
Keys to Success:
- Keep curveball low vs. De La Cruz
- Avoid middle‑in fastballs to Spencer Steer
- Work ahead early to neutralize Reds’ aggressive approach
CIN — Andrew Abbott (LHP)
Record: 5–5 ERA: 3.88 WHIP: 1.24 K/BB: 64/22 Last 3 Starts: 3.60 ERA, 1.20 WHIP
Profile: Abbott is a deceptive lefty with a rising fastball and sharp curveball. He thrives at home when he commands the top of the zone. Right‑handed power can hurt him if he falls behind in counts.
Keys to Success:
- Elevate fastball vs. Walker and Moreno
- Keep curveball away from RHB barrels
- Avoid long innings — Arizona works deep counts well
Key Player Matchups
1. Christian Walker (ARI) vs. Andrew Abbott
- Walker crushes LHP
- Abbott must avoid elevated fastballs
2. Elly De La Cruz (CIN) vs. Zac Gallen
- De La Cruz’s bat speed is elite
- Gallen must keep breaking balls down and away
3. Ketel Marte (ARI) vs. Reds Bullpen
- Marte’s switch‑hitting versatility is a problem for Cincinnati’s inconsistent relief corps
4. Spencer Steer (CIN) vs. Gallen’s Cutter
- Steer excels vs. cutters left over the plate
- Gallen must locate precisely
Betting Trends
- Diamondbacks are 6–2 in Gallen’s last 8 starts
- Reds are 3–7 in their last 10 home games
- Over is 7–3 in Cincinnati’s last 10 games
- Under is 5–2 in Arizona’s last 7 road games
- Arizona is 5–1 in their last 6 vs. Cincinnati
Predictive Analysis
This matchup favors Arizona:
Diamondbacks advantages:
- Clear starting pitching edge
- Better recent form
- More lineup stability
- Gallen’s ability to neutralize power
Reds advantages:
- Home‑field
- De La Cruz’s game‑changing ability
- Abbott’s deception vs. RH hitters
Game Odds
Arizona Diamondbacks – 106
Cincinnati Reds 9
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, June 13, 2026
