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Spencer Steer drives in 5, Reds down Cardinals

Spencer Steer drove in five runs to power the visiting Cincinnati Reds past the St. Louis Cardinals 6-2 on Wednesday afternoon. Steer went 3-for-4 with a homer and Gavin Lux went 3-for-5 with a run for the Reds (76-76), who won two of three games in this series.

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Reds' rookie Chase Burns puts up crazy fastball velocity numbers in new role for Cincinnati

This is a smart move by Cincy.

Nick Martinez News / Red Reporter / September 17

On Nick Martinez, the Reds, and the Qualifying Offer decision last winter

The Cincinnati Reds moved Nick Martinez to the bullpen for good on August 29th, citing his versatility and willingness to pitch anywhere at anytime upon making the move.

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The 'Switch-hitter single-season HR leaders' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 17

Former Reds First Round Pick Impresses With Four-Hit Performance in Playoffs

The Chattanooga Lookouts had their first playoff game on Tuesday night and beat the Birmingham Barons 8-6. After trailing 6-0, the Lookouts used a six-run sixth inning and scored two more runs in the ninth for a comeback win.

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25 things we learned from the 2025 MLB season

The 2025 MLB regular season is winding down, filled with record-breaking performances -- both good and bad. Here are 25 things we learned along the way.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 17

Cincinnati Reds Minor League Recap: Top Performances From September 16, 2025

Three games were played between the Cincinnati Reds Minor League affilates on Tuesday. Here are the top performances from those games: Alfredo Duno wins Florida State League MVP Carlos Sanchez, Adolfo Sanchez and former Reds prospect Sammy Stafura were named to the Florida State League All-Star team.

Terry Francona News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 16

Cincinnati Reds’ Playoff Hopes Fading After 13th Shutout, Terry Francona Responds

The Cincinnati Reds (75-76) fell to the St. Louis Cardinals (74-78) 3-0 on Tuesday night. It was the 13th time this season that they were shut out. The

MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 16

INSTANT REACTION: Reds Blanked 3-0 by Cardinals in St. Louis, Fall Below .500

CINCINNATI -- It's been a common theme this season for the Cincinnati Reds to have a big offensive output one night and then be blanked the next night.

Will Benson News / Sporting News / September 16

Reds' Will Benson has stats that suggest he could be X-factor to earning NL Wild Card spot

Benson takes advantage of his chances.

Alfredo Duno News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 16

Cincinnati Reds Top Prospect Named League's Most Valuable Player

Cincinnati Reds top catching prospect, and the team's third-ranked prospect, adds another award to the list for 2025. Alfredo Duno has been named the Florida State League's Most Valuable Player for the 2025 season.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 16

Former Cincinnati Reds No. 4 Prospect Thriving in New Role

After being traded to the Reds from the Seattle Mariners in the Jesse Winker and Eugenio Suarez deal, Connor Phillips was instantly a top prospect in Cincinnati's organization.

Austin Hays News / Sporting News / September 16

Reds' Austin Hays is red hot as recent stats try to propel Cincinnati toward NL Wild Card

Austin is doing his part in the race.

Sal Stewart News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 16

Cincinnati Reds Infielder Sal Stewart Doing Exactly What He Was Called Up To Do

There is a reason that Reds fans were screaming from the rooftops for the organization to promote top prospect Sal Stewart when the offense was struggling.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / September 16

After tweak sparks win, Reds continue playoff push vs. Cardinals

After his team endured a three-game sweep against the Athletics over the weekend, Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona shuffled his batting order against the Cardinals in St.

Sal Stewart News / Red Reporter / September 16

Sal Stewart lifts Reds to vital win over Cardinals in playoff chase

The Cincinnati Reds battled early and often in their series opener in St. Louis against the Cardinals, eventually plating big runs in the Top of the 9th to run away with an 11-6 victory.

Tyler Stephenson News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 15

Relive Tyler Stephenson's Bases Clearing Double in Reds' Win Over Cardinals

The Cincinnati Reds had already blown multiple leads on Monday night and another loss would have been devastating. However, catcher Tyler Stephenson made sure that didn't happen in the ninth with his bases-clearing double that broke the game wide open and gave Cincinnati an 11-6 lead.

Cincinnati Reds News / Field Level Media / September 15

Reds outlast Cards, just 2 back of final NL wild-card spot

Tyler Stephenson drove in three runs as the visiting Cincinnati Reds snapped their three-game losing streak by defeating the St. Louis Cardinals 11-6 Monday night.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 15

Cincinnati Reds Veteran Scratched From Lineup Ahead of Monday's Game vs. Cardinals

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Spencer Steer was in the original starting lineup in Monday night's game against the St. Louis Cardinals, but he was scratched with neck spasms, according to The Enquirer's Gordon Wittenmyer.

Terry Francona News / Athlon Sports / September 15

Reds' Terry Francona Makes Elly De La Cruz Decision After 148 Games

The Cincinnati Reds remain in the hunt for a postseason berth entering Monday with a 2.5-game deficit for the final NL wild card spot. However, the Reds have lost three straight games, failing to gain ground, and time is running out.

T.J. Friedl News / Last Word On Sports / September 15

Analyzing TJ Friedl’s Performance and Future

Center fielder TJ Friedl has been solid for the Cincinnati Reds ever since his debut in 2021. He has a bit of an up and down habit where one good season is followed by a down year.

Cincinnati Reds News / Yardbarker / September 12

Elly De La Cruz’s sudden slump threatens Reds’ playoff push

While the Cincinnati Reds surge toward an unlikely wild-card berth, their two-time All-Star Elly De La Cruz has hit a baffling cold spell.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Field Level Media / September 11

Reds activate pitchers Chase Burns, Graham Ashcraft from IL

The Cincinnati Reds activated rookie fireballer Chase Burns and fellow right-hander Graham Ashcraft from the 15-day injured list on Thursday. Burns, 22, has not pitched for the Reds since Aug.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 10