The Philadelphia Phillies are set to take on the Cincinnati Reds today at 4:05 PM at Citizens Bank Park, with left-hander Ranger Suárez (7-2, 2.00 ERA) taking the mound for the Phillies. His counterpart, Nick Lodolo (5-5, 3.52 ERA), will represent the Reds. The match will be televised on NBC Sports Philadelphia and available for streaming on various platforms including FuboTV, Hulu, and MLB.TV.

Fans can also catch the radio broadcasts on 94WIP and WDEL 101.7 FM/1150 AM. Additionally, the Phillies will have appearances on Apple TV+ later this season, including a game against the New York Yankees on July 25. Tickets for today's game are still available, and with Suárez's impressive ERA, expectations are high for the Phillies as they strive for a strong performance in this series.

The Cincinnati Reds have shown remarkable resilience, pulling off another comeback victory against the Philadelphia Phillies, overcoming an early 3-0 deficit to win 9-6 at Citizens Bank Park. This win marks their fourth comeback since June 24, reinforcing their growing confidence when trailing. The Reds scored five runs in the third inning, highlighted by Spencer Steer's two-run double, ultimately seizing control of the game. Closer Emilio Pagán secured the win with his 19th save.

Manager Terry Francona acknowledged that the team's ability to rally has instilled a belief among players that they can win regardless of the situation. Despite a short outing from pitcher Andrew Abbott, the bullpen and hitters stepped up, showcasing the Reds’ depth and determination. They have adapted to external criticisms regarding their late-game performance, proving they can reverse their fortunes after trailing. With offensive strides and a focus on maintaining pressure, the Reds are emerging as a tough contender.

Noelvi Marte, a former top-100 MLB prospect, is back after recovering from an oblique injury that sidelined him for two months. The Cincinnati Reds activated him just as they gear up for a wild-card chase, putting him straight into the lineup against the Philadelphia Phillies. Before his injury, Marte had been hitting impressively with a .294 average, three home runs, and 17 RBIs in 19 games, effectively replacing Jeimer Candelario as the everyday third baseman. The Reds are currently 45-42, trailing the Chicago Cubs in the National League Central but are close to a wild-card spot.

The Cincinnati Reds faced off against the Philadelphia Phillies, leading 6-3 in the third inning when Nick Castellanos, a former Red, batted with the bases loaded. A ground ball to shortstop Elly De La Cruz resulted in a fielder's choice, allowing a run to score while Castellanos was ruled safe at first, despite a close call that was upheld by replay. Jeff Brantley, the Reds' color analyst, criticized the team's defense for failing to convert what he deemed a routine double play, emphasizing the importance of executing such plays at the big-league level. The Reds managed to limit the damage to just one run and increased their lead to 7-4 in the fourth inning.

The Philadelphia Phillies will take on the Cincinnati Reds at Citizens Bank Park on July 4, with both teams looking to build on their recent victories. The Reds, fresh off an 8-4 win against the Boston Red Sox, bring a strong Andrew Abbott to the mound, boasting a stellar 1.79 ERA and a record of 7-1. The Phillies counter with Jesús Luzardo, who has a respectable 4.06 ERA and a record of 7-4. The game, starting at 1:05 p.m. ET, presents intriguing betting lines, with Philadelphia favored at -162.

Key players to watch include Elly De La Cruz for Cincinnati, who leads the team with 18 home runs and has shown consistent hitting performance, and Kyle Schwarber for the Phillies, who has hit 26 home runs this season. The over/under is set at 8.5 runs, reflecting expectations for an engaging matchup.