Tigers and Reds Face Off in a Streaming-Only Showdown in Detroit
If you’re trying to catch the Detroit Tigers game against the Cincinnati Reds today, there’s a twist: this one’s not on traditional cable. That’s right, today’s series finale at Comerica Park is exclusively streaming on Roku as part of their "MLB Sunday Leadoff" slate. First pitch is set for 12:05 p.m. Eastern, and if you don’t have a smart TV or a Roku device, you'll need to head to TheRokuChannel.com or use the Roku app on your mobile or streaming device. It’s all part of MLB’s evolving push toward digital platforms, and Roku is now in its second season of offering exclusive live games.
The matchup itself? Well, it’s been an unpredictable series. On Friday, the Tigers exploded offensively, racking up four homers—including two by Gleyber Torres—and taking the opener 11-5. But then the Reds stormed back on Saturday, flipping the script with an 11-1 rout of their own. These two teams, both considered underdogs heading into the 2025 season, have shown why they’ve been among the most entertaining surprises in the league. Detroit remains on top of the AL Central, holding a commanding nine-game lead over the Minnesota Twins, while the Reds sit just four games out of a National League Wild Card spot.
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Today’s pitching duel pits the Tigers’ Tyler Holton (2-3, 4.22 ERA) against veteran left-hander Wade Miley (1-0, 9.00 ERA) of the Reds. Holton has been steady if unspectacular, while Miley is trying to rekindle the magic from his previous stint in Cincinnati back in 2021. The real question is whether either can hold back these hot-hitting lineups. Both teams have already combined for 28 runs in the first two games, and with warm, humid air in Detroit today, it wouldn’t be a shock to see another high-scoring affair.
Beyond the game, this moment signals how much baseball is evolving. No cable? No problem. Streaming-only games like this are becoming the new norm, especially for Sunday specials. If you're a fan, all you need is a Roku-enabled device—or a browser—and you're set.
So as the Reds and Tigers take the field for this rubber match, it's not just about who wins the series. It's also a glimpse into the future of how we watch baseball.
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