Reds vs Phillies Preview: Battle of Deep Pen Turnarounds

The Cincinnati Reds are dealing with significant injuries to their pitching staff heading into Tuesday's matchup. Hunter Greene, their ace, had elbow surgery and won't return until July. Meanwhile, Andrew Abbott and Nick Lodolo must shoulder extra responsibility early in the season. Veteran closer Emilio Pagán provides experience in late-inning situations. The Reds' young, exciting offense needs strong pitching support to stay competitive. Chase Burns takes the mound as Cincinnati's probable pitcher. The team's record sits at 24-24, but they're on a losing streak they hope to break.

The Philadelphia Phillies are riding a five-game winning streak into this matchup. Their pitching rotation features some of the National League's best arms. Ace Zack Wheeler leads the group with his powerful fastball and dominance. Supporting him are Aaron Nola, Jesús Luzardo, and Cristopher Sánchez. The bullpen gained strength by acquiring closer Jhoan Duran, whose high-velocity fastball and devastating splitter are incredibly difficult to hit. Luzardo is their probable pitcher for Tuesday. Kyle Schwarber, a powerful hitter, provides offensive firepower despite being day-to-day with a minor issue.

Elly De La Cruz brings electrifying speed and power for the Reds at shortstop. He combines elite athleticism with rare physical tools that impact the game in multiple ways. De La Cruz led baseball with 67 stolen bases in one season and continues developing his plate discipline. Eugenio Suárez, a veteran third baseman, returns to Cincinnati after previous time with the team. Known for his home run power, Suárez finished near the top of baseball in homers last season. However, injuries limit both players' availability. Kyle Schwarber anchors the Phillies' offense with towering home runs, especially dangerous in Philadelphia's hitter-friendly ballpark.