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The Cincinnati Reds will have most of their broadcast crew returning for the 2026 season, according to the team's website. Here are the broadcasters listed for the 2026 season.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 20

Cincinnati Reds Already Buzzing With Excitement for 22-Year-Old Slugger

The Cincinnati Reds exceeded expectations last season as they surged up the National League standings late in the year and stole a spot in the postseason over the New York Mets.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 20

Cincinnati Reds 2026 Position Preview: First Base

Heading into the 2026 season, we are going to preview and break down each position for the Cincinnati Reds. You can see our catcher preview here. Today, we are previewing first base.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 20

Reds Announce Four Major Post-Game Concerts for 2026 Season

The Cincinnati Reds have announced their 2026 concert series at Great American Ball Park. Wednesday, July 8: Jon Pardi Jon Pardi is a country music singer with four Top 5 albums to his name.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 20

Where the Cincinnati Reds Stand Among Teams Trying to End Long Title Droughts

CINCINNATI -- Forget that the Reds haven't won a Postseason game since 2012. Or that they haven't won a Postseason series since 1995. The Reds have not won a World Series since 1990.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 20

Overlooked Reds Outfielder Emerging After Hot Start to Spring Training

The Cincinnati Reds have a lot to be excited about this spring. They're coming off their best full season in a long time, but the coaching staff and players don't seem content with making the postseason.

Chase Burns News / Red Reporter / February 19

Chase Burns to start Cactus Legaue opener for Cincinnati Reds on Saturday

The battle for the final spot in the starting rotation of the Cincinnati Reds is already underway. With pitchers and catchers having congregated in Goodyear,

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 19

Elly De La Cruz Could Be MLB’s Biggest Winner From New Rule Change

CINCINNATI – Major League Baseball is implementing the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) rule for the 2026 season. The Reds may be one of the biggest beneficiaries of this new rule.

Chase Petty News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 19

Reds Prospect Chase Petty Adds New Pitch Ahead of 2026 Season

After a phenomenal season in 2023 with High-A Dayton and Double-A Chattanooga, Reds prospect Chase Petty has struggled over the last two seasons. He pitched in 26 games with Triple-A Louisville last season and three games with the Res.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 19

Former Reds Second Round Pick Could Have New Life After Major Position Change

On Thursday, the Cincinnati Reds released their minor league camp roster. There was one big thing that stood out. Former second round draft pick Logan Tanner is no longer catching.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 19

Cincinnati Reds Announce Spring Training Games Airing on Reds TV

In February, the Reds announced the launch of Reds TV after they announced they moved on from their deal with Main Strret Sports. As of now, you'll be able to view seven Cincinnati Reds Spring Training games on Reds TV.

Spencer Steer News / Just Baseball / February 19

What Does Spencer Steer’s Role Look Like on the 2026 Reds?

Spencer Steer has become an absolute fan favorite with the Cincinnati Reds. Since being acquired in the Tyler Mahle trade in 2022, he has been a solid contributor for the ballclub.

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Brandon Williamson News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 19

Brandon Williamson Sends Confident Message Amid Reds Rotation Battle

Although he didn't pitch at all during the 2025 season due to Tommy John Surgery, Reds pitcher Brandon Williamson is confident heading into Spring Training.

Terry Francona News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 18

Reds Manager Terry Francona Has Clear Plan for Elly De La Cruz Amid High Expectations

CINCINNATI – Elly De La Cruz has delt with enourmus expectations since his debut in 2023. When he debuted in June of 2023, he set the baseball world on fire, especially in Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 18

Former MLB General Manager Gives Strong Endorsement of Reds Starting Rotation

Former New York Mets General Manager Jim Duquette had high praise for the Cincinnati Reds starting rotation during his appearance on MLB Network Radio on Wednesday afternoon.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 18

Terry Francona Opens Up About Will Benson And His Role For 2026

CINCINNATI – Will Benson is a very streaky hitter. When he gets hot, he can carry the team offensively. Manager Terry Francona shared his thoughts on Benson with Charlie Goldsmith and how he plans on utilizing him this season.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / February 18

The Top 20 prospects in the Cincinnati Reds system

The 2026 edition of Red Reporter’s Community Prospect Rankings wrapped this week, doing so with nearly 3,000 total responses during the voting process.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 18

Cincinnati Reds Announce Starter for Spring Training Opener Against Guardians

Reds manager Terry Francona spoke to reporters on Wednesday morning and revealed that Chase Burns will start in the Spring Training opener on Saturday against the Cleveland Guardians, according to The Enquirer's Pat Brennan.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / February 18

Which Cincinnati Reds prospect is poised for a breakout in 2026?

Last season saw Chase Burns go from ‘highly talented high draft pick who’d never thrown a pro pitch’ to perhaps the game’s top rated pitching prospect prior to making his big league debut with the Cincinnati Reds in late June.

Hunter Greene News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 18

Cincinnati Reds 26-Year-Old Ace Hunter Greene Already Turning Heads in Spring Training

The Cincinnati Reds are coming into spring training with high expectations for this season. They were able to surge into the postseason last year, with some help from the struggling New York Mets, and the expectations are even higher this season.

Chase Burns News / Just Baseball / February 18

A Chase Burns Breakout Would Go a Long Way for the Reds

Heading into the 2026 Major League Baseball season, the Cincinnati Reds are one of the more intriguing teams in the National League. The squad is coming off a playoff berth in 2025 and is one of the league’s youngest teams with its current roster construction.

Hunter Greene News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 17

Reds pitcher Hunter Greene doesn’t care about trade rumors, calls out ‘bulls**t false narratives’

There has been some buzz that Hunter Greene wants out of the Cincinnati Reds throughout the 2026 offseason. However, Greene has seemingly denied that to be the case.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 20

Nick Castellanos’ former teammate responds to reporter throwing shade at him

One of Nick Castellanos’ former teammates clearly has his back. Castellanos agreed to sign with the San Diego Padres last week after four seasons with the Philadelphia Phillies.

Cincinnati Reds News / Just Baseball / February 16

Who Will Win the Battle for the Reds’ Fifth Rotation Spot?

If you followed the Cincinnati Reds in 2025, you know that the rotation is what drove them into the playoffs. Hunter Greene continued to cement himself as an ace, Nick Lodolo had his most complete season, Andrew Abbott continued to beat the expected stats, and Brady Singer was steady.

Tyler Stephenson News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 10

Tyler Stephenson Wins Arbitration Hearing

Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson won his arbitration hearing against the team, reports Gordon Wittenmyer of the Cincinnati Enquirer. He’ll earn the $6.8MM figure submitted by his reps at ACES rather than the $6.55MM figure submitted by the team.