Tonight at Great American Ball Park, the Cincinnati Reds look to secure a series victory over the San Francisco Giants after a nail-biting 2-1 win in the opener. The Reds' offense was powered by solo shots from Spencer Steer and the electrifying Sal Stewart, while Brady Singer delivered a masterclass on the mound.

Now, the spotlight shifts to a compelling pitching duel. The Reds will send their promising young arm, Rhett Lowder, to the hill as he aims to bounce back from a tough previous start. He'll be facing a familiar foe in veteran right-hander Tyler Mahle, who takes the ball for the Giants.

This matchup adds a layer of intrigue, as Mahle spent the first five-plus seasons of his MLB career with Cincinnati. After injuries hampered his last two years, he rebuilt his value with Texas and now returns to his old stomping grounds with a refined arsenal. While his rising fastball remains his signature, he's largely shelved his old slider in favor of a new splitter, using it over 30% of the time this season to keep hitters guessing.

For the Reds and their fans, it's a chance to see a beloved former player while hoping their current rising star, Lowder, can stifle the Giants' lineup. First pitch is scheduled for 6:40 PM ET as Cincinnati looks to clinch the series in front of the home crowd.