Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs

The Cincinnati Reds host the Chicago Cubs at Great American Ball Park in a matchup between two of the National League Central's oldest rivals, a rivalry dating back well over a century as both clubs are among baseball's original franchises. The Cubs, one of the sport's most widely followed teams thanks to a huge national fan base and a storied history that includes their long-awaited 2016 World Series title, typically travel with strong away-game support, adding extra energy to road trips within the division. Cincinnati's ballpark sits on the Ohio River in the heart of downtown, giving the game a scenic riverside setting alongside the kind of old-school baseball atmosphere the Reds have cultivated since the stadium's 2003 opening. Late-season divisional matchups like this one carry added stakes as both clubs jockey for position in a competitive NL Central. For fans of either side, it's a chance to see a historic rivalry play out in one of baseball's better downtown ballpark settings.