Major League Baseball (MLB) has officially released the schedule for the 2025 season
with Opening Day set for Thursday, March 27. The Cincinnati Reds will kick off their campaign at home against the San Francisco Giants at Great American Ball Park. This game marks the beginning of an exciting season filled with notable matchups and special events.
Opening Series
The Reds’ Opening Day matchup against the Giants will begin at 1:10 PM PDT. The series continues on March 29 and March 30 before Cincinnati hosts the Texas Rangers from March 31 to April 2. Following these home games, the Reds embark on their first road trip, facing the Milwaukee Brewers from April 3 to April 6 and then traveling to San Francisco for another series against the Giants from April 7 to April 9.
Early Season Highlights
Cincinnati will return home for a three-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates from April 11 to April 13. This will be followed by another home series against the Seattle Mariners from April 15 to April 17 before heading to Baltimore to play the Orioles on April 18. The early schedule includes a mix of division rivals and interleague matchups, providing fans with a variety of exciting games.
Special Event: Bristol Motor Speedway Game
One of the most unique aspects of the 2025 MLB schedule is the special game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Atlanta Braves, set to take place at Bristol Motor Speedway in Tennessee on August 2, 2025. This game, held at a historic NASCAR venue, promises to be a thrilling spectacle for baseball and racing fans alike.
Rivalry Weekend
MLB has designated the weekend of May 16–18 as “Rivalry Weekend,” featuring 11 interleague matchups between traditional rival teams. This initiative is part of MLB’s efforts to enhance fan engagement and bring more excitement to the regular season.
2025 All-Star Game
The 95th MLB All-Star Game will take place on July 15, 2025, at Truist Park, home of the Atlanta Braves. This midseason classic will showcase the league’s top talent and provide fans with memorable moments from the sport’s biggest stars.
End of Regular Season
The 2025 MLB regular season is scheduled to conclude on September 28, with multiple divisional matchups determining the final playoff standings. The postseason race is expected to be highly competitive, as teams battle for their spots in the playoffs.
For more details on the full 2025 schedule, fans can visit the official Cincinnati Reds website or MLB.com.
