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Don’t look away now, the Cincinnati Reds are a potential playoff team in 2025. At 46-45 overall, the Reds are 3.5 games out of a Wild Card spot. The MLB Trade Deadline is approaching, and the Reds could be buyers this season while also trading away players of value for prospects. The All-Star Game is […]

The Cincinnati Reds might be seven games behind the NL Central leading Chicago Cubs, but they are far from out of the playoff hunt. Currently, the Reds are just a game and a half out of the last NL Wild Card spot. As manager Terry Francona’s roster continues their push towards the All-Star break, they’ve […]

On July 4th at Citizens Bank Park, the Cincinnati Reds battled back in dramatic fashion, using clutch hitting and determination to secure a 9-6 win over the Philadelphia Phillies. After falling behind 3-0 in the first inning, Cincinnati responded with runs in each of the next four innings, led by a collective offensive surge and […]

In a much-needed 8-4 win to avoid a sweep in their three-game series against the Boston Red Sox, the Cincinnati Reds witnessed a defining moment from shortstop Matt McLain — a play that drew high praise from manager Terry Francona, who called it true “winning baseball.” After missing all of 2024 with a shoulder injury, […]

Players around the league are being named to the All-Star team with the MLB All-Star Game right around the corner. However, Cincinnati Reds’ shortstop Elly De La Cruz was somehow not named the starter for the NL. Fans jumped on social media and shared their surprised reactions. New York Mets star Francisco Lindor was named […]

The Cincinnati Reds clinched a dramatic 3-2 victory over the San Diego Padres on Sunday afternoon at Great American Ball Park, thanks to Will Benson’s walk-off single with the bases loaded in the bottom of the ninth inning. The win secured a 2-1 series victory for Cincinnati and was their third walk-off of the season. […]

A strong all-around effort powered the San Diego Padres to a 6-4 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday afternoon at Great American Ball Park, with Gavin Sheets leading the charge. Sheets went 3-for-4 with two doubles, a three-run homer, and a critical defensive highlight, helping San Diego even the series. With the Padres trailing […]

The Cincinnati Reds right-hander Nick Martinez came within three outs of making history Friday night at Great American Ball Park. Facing his former team, the San Diego Padres, Martinez carried a no-hitter into the ninth inning before surrendering a double to Elias Díaz that ended the bid. Despite falling short of a no-hitter, Martinez walked […]

The Cincinnati Reds were handed a blowout loss by the New York Yankees on Thursday. After Cincinnati’s walk-off win earlier this week, they left the series with a lot to prove after the loss on Thursday. On Friday, though, Terry Francona’s team returned the favor against the San Diego Padres. Reds first baseman Spencer Steer […]

Cincinnati Reds star Elly De La Cruz is not just known for his power, he can do it all on the baseball diamond. His elite play has helped turn the Reds into a good team. At 42-39, the Reds are 2.5 games out of a Wild Card spot in the National League. They take on […]

After helping the Los Angeles Dodgers win the 2024 World Series, Gavin Lux was traded to the Cincinnati Reds in a surprise offseason move by the defending champs. However, Lux has embraced the situation, using the change of scenery as an opportunity to improve. Lux recently spoke to veteran starting pitcher and fellow former Dodger […]

Top pitching prospect Chase Burns made his MLB debut on Tuesday night in the Cincinnati Reds’ 5-4 win over the New York Yankees. Burns displayed major potential, and it sounds like manager Terry Francona is over the moon to have him on the team. During the postgame press conference, Francona raved about the 22-year-old starting […]

Future Hall of Famer Terry Francona has a tough balancing act to perform in his first season as Cincinnati Reds manager. He is tasked with guiding this group to a winning season while also helping the younger players come of age. Both things happened on Tuesday, as the gritty ballclub pulled out a 5-4 extra-innings […]

The Cincinnati Reds pulled off one of their most thrilling wins of the season Tuesday night, walking off the New York Yankees 5-4 in extra innings. But the spotlight, and the rollercoaster of emotions, belonged to Elly De La Cruz. Spencer Steer ripped a base hit into left-center, scoring Matt McLain from third to tie […]

If Cincinnati Reds rookie Chase Burns had any butterflies on the mound in his Major League debut, they didn’t show. The Reds’ starter on Tuesday struck out six of the first seven New York Yankees he faced in an electric start to his MLB career. He also struck out the first five batters he faced, […]

The Cincinnati Reds officially declared June 23 “Elly De La Cruz Day” after the rising star powered a 6-1 victory over the New York Yankees. With De La Cruz leading the charge, Reds fans were reminded just how electrifying their franchise cornerstone can be, especially under the lights in a high-stakes series opener against the […]

When it comes to spectacular Cincinnati Reds highlights, shortstop sensation Elly De La Cruz is usually the subject. But in Monday’s matchup against the New York Yankees, right fielder Jake Fraley stole the show. Fraley tracked down a Paul Goldschmidt shot deep to right and made a leaping grab at the wall for a spectacular […]

On Monday, the Cincinnati Reds made the decision to designate third baseman Jeimer Candelario for assignment. It’s unclear exactly when he’ll be brought back to the Majors, as executive Nick Krall opened up about the team’s decision. Krall admitted that since signing Candelario to a three-year, $45 million contract after the 2023 season that it […]

The Cincinnati Reds aren’t wasting time. Just days before a marquee series against the New York Yankees, the Reds called up their top pitching prospect, 2024 second overall pick Chase Burns. The 22-year-old has dominated at every level this season, and now he’s getting his shot on one of baseball’s biggest stages. Burns has been […]

As the 2025 MLB trade deadline approaches, the Cincinnati Reds face a pivotal moment in shaping both their present playoff push and their long-term outlook. With a roster blending rising stars and seasoned veterans, the Reds must weigh whether to buy, sell, or strike a balance. To truly maximize their chances this year and beyond, […]

With the MLB rumors heating up ahead of the trade deadline next month, there has been some speculation on which team could shock people with how aggressive they will be. As some MLB rumors had the Cincinnati Reds as a team to watch at the deadline, insider Ken Rosenthal would again cite them as one […]

Sitting a game below .500 at 35-36, the Boston Red Sox have made a notable mid-season move, trading right-handed pitcher Brian Van Belle to the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for cash considerations. This shift reflects a strategic realignment by Boston, which designated Van Belle for assignment on June 11th. The 28-year-old, who was recently dominating […]

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Hunter Greene has been out hurt with a groin problem, for the second time this season. It now appears the Reds may not get him back anytime soon. Team manager Terry Francona said Greene needs more time to heal than originally expected. “It’s going to take a little longer this time,” Francona […]

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Wade Miley recently opened up about accusations claiming he was an early drug source for former teammate Tyler Skaggs. Skaggs sadly passed away from a drug overdose in the summer of 2019. He was 27 years old at the time of his death. The accusations against Miley came about on Thursday. He […]

The Cincinnati Reds are 35-34 after an 11-2 loss to the Cleveland Guardians on Wednesday. Their performance against an American League powerhouse is an example of how the team has played all season. Their offense is capable of having big games. However, Reds manager Terry Francona is heavily reliant on Elly De La Cruz and […]

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Wade Miley is alleged to be an early source of prescription drugs used by Tyler Skaggs, who died after an overdose in 2019 while a member of the Los Angeles Angels. Skaggs, who died at the age of 27 in July 2019, was teammates with Miley in 2012 and 2013 when they […]

The Cincinnati Reds defeated the Cleveland Guardians 1-0 on Tuesday. It was the second time in a week that the Reds needed a standout play to seal a win. Terry Francona’s team has won five straight games and six of their last 10, getting back into the race in the National League Central. Andrew Abbott […]

As the 2025 MLB trade deadline approaches, the San Diego Padres are once again at the center of speculation. President of Baseball Operations A.J. Preller has built a reputation as one of the league’s most aggressive dealmakers, and the Padres—just a game behind the Dodgers in the NL West—are primed for another playoff push. With […]

After a hot start to the season, the Athletics have fallen back down to last place in the American League West standings, which is a spot they have become increasingly familiar with in recent seasons. However, moves are still being made in an effort to improve the team, which led to an intriguing trade taking […]

The Cincinnati Reds and the Milwaukee Brewers are squaring off in a crucial NL Central battle to start off the month of June. The Brewers started the series off with a 3-2 win in Cincinnati on Monday night, leaving the Reds in a position where they had to even things up on Tuesday night. They […]

It has been a roller coaster ride for Cincinnati Reds’ shortstop Elly De La Cruz. On Sunday, Cruz hit a home run in honor of his sister, who passed away the previous day.  When he touched home plate, he made a heart gesture, likely in tribute to her.  As he deals with his grief, Cruz […]

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz stepped onto Wrigley Field on Sunday with a heavy heart. Just a day after losing his older sister, Genelis De La Cruz Sánchez, Elly made the brave decision to play. As a result, he transformed his grief into a stirring performance that touched fans and teammates across the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are strengthening their pitching staff as the defending World Series champs have acquired former All-Star relief pitcher Alexis Diaz from the Cincinnati Reds. This is Diaz’s fourth season in Major League Baseball, and he has spent his entire career with the Reds. He was an All-Star back in 2023. “Dodgers are […]

Pete Rose was banned from baseball after gambling on Cincinnati Reds games when he was both a player and a manager. When Rose passed away last year, discussions started to come up about whether or not the ban would continue after his death. Well, earlier this month, Rose was reinstated from the ineligible list, along […]

The Cincinnati Reds didn’t go quietly in Wednesday’s 3-2 loss to the Kansas City Royals, and neither did their manager. In a dramatic ninth inning, Terry Francona was ejected after a heated confrontation over a strike call that also saw pitcher Nick Martinez ejected. The moment lit up social media and added fuel to ongoing […]

The Chicago White Sox sit at 17-38 after losing the second game of their series against the New York Mets. While they are not nearly as bad as the team that set a record for losses in a single season, Chicago’s rebuild continues. However, there is optimism around the White Sox organization that things are […]

The Cincinnati Reds enter the summer of 2025 at a crossroads. After several seasons of rebuilding and a flurry of prospect promotions, the club finds itself with a logjam of young infield talent and a pitching staff that, while promising, still needs impact arms to contend in the National League Central. To maximize their window […]

After the Chicago Cubs’ dominant 13-6 series-opening win, the Cincinnati Reds were looking to make a statement Saturday. And, as you might expect, the statement maker for Cincinnati was Elly De La Cruz, who followed Pete Crow-Armstrong’s exuberant celebration from Game 1 with a bit of his own flair after giving the Reds an early […]

The Cincinnati Reds were forced to place right-handed pitcher Hunter Greene on the injured list after he sustained a groin injury in early May. Since then, the club has been without one of its top pitchers. However, on Monday, manager Terry Francona shared an inspiring update on Greene’s status. During a guest appearance on MLB […]