Monday’s series opener will be broadcast locally on Rays.TV (Rays feed) and Reds.TV / WXIX FOX19 (Reds feed). First pitch is scheduled for 6:40 PM ET. Fans can stream the game in high definition on Fubo, which offers access to regional sports networks and national MLB coverage.

The Cincinnati Reds (14-8) head to Tropicana Field this Monday, April 20, to open a three-game series against the Tampa Bay Rays (12-9). Cincinnati arrives as the surprise frontrunner of the NL Central, fueled by a dynamic young roster and a penchant for late-inning heroics. Meanwhile, the Rays remain a picture of efficiency, sporting the American League’s highest team batting average (.259) as they look to close the gap in the AL East.

Cincinnati’s offense is centered around the electrifying Elly De La Cruz, who is batting .293 with 6 home runs on the season. The rookie standout Sal Stewart has also been a massive contributor, leading the team with 7 home runs and 10 RBIs. Tampa Bay counters with their own phenom, Junior Caminero, who has slugged three home runs over his last 10 games. Expect a clash of styles as the Reds' aggressive baserunning meets the Rays' clinical approach. Catch every pitch live on Fubo.

The individual matchups feature Reds right-hander Rhett Lowder (2-1, 3.52 ERA), who has quickly become a reliable arm in the rotation. Tampa Bay has yet to officially name a starter, suggesting a potential "bullpen day" or a late-call decision, which is a classic Rays maneuver to keep opposing hitters off-balance. You can witness this interleague clash streaming live on Fubo.

The defining storyline for the Reds is their resilience despite missing ace Hunter Greene. Their ability to steal wins on the road (8-2 road record) has been the talk of the league. For Tampa Bay, the key is navigating an injury-depleted pitching staff while maintaining their high-contact offensive production. Fubo is your home for the complete broadcast.

Reds vs. Rays Betting Odds & Predictions

The Rays enter as narrow home favorites. Despite the Reds' superior record, oddsmakers are respecting Tampa Bay's 4-2 home mark and their elite contact metrics at the Trop.

Prediction: Rhett Lowder has shown poise beyond his years, but the Rays' lineup is notoriously difficult to navigate a second and third time through. Expect a high-energy game where the bullpens determine the outcome. Final Score: Rays 5, Reds 4.

Individual Matchups: Stars and Playmakers

The marquee matchup features the power of Sal Stewart against the Rays' tactical pitching staff. Stewart has been a "stat-stuffer" early this season, anchoring the middle of the Cincinnati order.

*Stats over last 10 games.

Tampa Bay relies on the disciplined approach of Yandy Díaz and the breakout power of Junior Caminero to lead an offense that ranks 1st in the AL in team batting average.

*Stats over last 10 games.

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