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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.

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Former Cincinnati Reds Infielder Signs With Los Angeles Dodgers

Former Cincinnati Reds infielder Santiago Espinal signed a minor league deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic.

Santiago Espinal News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 16

Dodgers To Sign Santiago Espinal To Minor League Deal

The Dodgers are adding Santiago Espinal on a minor league deal, per Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. Espinal is in big-league camp with the team. The veteran infielder is a client of Rimas Sports Agency.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / February 16

Community Prospect Rankings: #20 prospect in the Cincinnati Reds system

Sheng-En Lin claimed the #19 spot in this year’s Community Prospect Rankings, doing so after finally getting shifted to a pitch-only player after having previously been considered a two-way prospect.

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Hector Rodriguez News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 16

One Prospect to Watch at Cincinnati Reds Spring Training: Hector Rodriguez

One of the most intriguing prospects you need to be watching during Spring Training for the Cincinnati Reds is Hector Rodriguez. He is drawing rave reviews from spectators at camp but carries one major flaw that will cause all Reds fans to collectively groan.

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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

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Edwin Arroyo News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 16

Reds Prospect Edwin Arroyo Has One Key Area He's Focused on Improving in 2026

Like Matt McLain, Reds prospect Edwin Arroyo missed the entire 2024 season due to a shoulder injury he sustained in Spring Training. Arroyo, who came over in the deal that sent Luis Castillo to the Seattle Mariners, ended the 2025 season as Cincinnati's No.

Terry Francona News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 15

Reds Manager Terry Francona Had Inspiring Message for Team at Start of Spring Training

Reds manager Terry Francona helped the team mae the playoffs in his first season with the team. He's expecting them to take an even bigger leap in 2026.

MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 15

Bryce Harper Makes Surprising Claim About Kyle Schwarber and the Cincinnati Reds

CINCINNATI -- Back in early to mid-December, there was hope the Reds could maybe, just maybe, sign Kyle Schwarber. Think about what could have been had they been able to pull that off.

Sheng-En Lin News / Red Reporter / February 15

Sheng-En Lin is the #19 prospect in the Cincinnati Reds system!

It’s hard to process just how complicated it must be to be a two-way professional baseball player. There’s a reason, after all, while the list of those who have successfully pulled it off in the modern age consists of Shohei Ohtani and literally nobody else.

Nathaniel Lowe News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 15

Newest Reds Infielder Nathaniel Lowe Nearly Forgot One Important Step on First Day

The Reds signed infielder Nathaniel Lowe to a minor league contract late last week. On Saturday, he talked to WLWT's Charlie Clifford about his hectic 24 hours after signing, including a funny story.

Nathaniel Lowe News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 15

Why Nathaniel Lowe Could Have an Inside Track on a Reds Opening Day Roster Spot

When the Reds first signed Nathaniel Lowe to a minor league deal, my initial thoughts were that he probably wouldn't make the Opening Day roster. However, the more I look at the numbers, the more I think he might have the inside track to win a spot.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 14

National Analyst Makes Ridiculous Statement About Reds Current Roster

On Friday, ESPN.com's Derek Carty and Todd Zola put out a National League betting preview. Carty predicted the Reds to win under 82 1/2 games. While that could certainly happen, his reasoning for it was one of the silliest things I've read this offseason.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / February 14

Community Prospect Rankings: #19 prospect in the Cincinnati Reds system

Tyler Callihan enters camp in Goodyear looking to regain a spot on the active roster of the Cincinnati Reds after a devastating broken arm ended his 2025 season prematurely.

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Eugenio Suarez News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 14

Eugenio Suárez’s Leadership Drew Major Praise From Former Teammates and Managers

Reds fans have always loved Eugenio Suarez. While it certainly helps that he has mostly been a productive player with the Reds, they also learned to love him because of his infectious personality and his love for his teammates.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 14

One Cincinnati Reds Player Poised to Break Out in 2026

With Spring Training officially underway, attention turns to the players who could be on the verge of a breakout season and elevate the Reds to another level this year.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 13

Why PECOTA’s Reds Projection Doesn’t Tell the Whole Story

With their first Spring Training game just eight days away, there has been plenty of buzz and optimism surrounding the Cincinnati Reds, and rightfully so.

Cincinnati Reds News / Just Baseball / February 13

Top 10 Cincinnati Reds Spring Training Storylines To Watch

The Cincinnati Reds are coming off their first full-season playoff berth since 2013. A young team that made strides, carried by top-notch starting pitching and a bit of luck, was able to get a taste of postseason baseball last season.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 13

Reds bring in ex-Gold Glove winner on spring training deal

The Cincinnati Reds made a move on Friday in preparation for spring training. With the preseason set to begin soon, the club is bringing in a former Gold Glove Award winner on a non-roster deal.

Nathaniel Lowe News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 13

Cincinnati Reds Sign Veteran Infielder to Minor League Deal

The Cincinnati Reds are signing Nathaniel Lowe to a minor league deal, according to Mark Feinsand and Mark Sheldon. Lowe, 30, played in 153 games last season with the Washington Nationals and the Boston Red Sox.

Hunter Greene News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 13

Cincinnati Reds Ace Hunter Greene Addresses Offseason Trade Rumors

Hunter Greene's name was one that came up repeatedly as a player who could be traded this offseason, although it never really made much sense. While the Reds certainly needed to add offense this offseason, trading your ace who is under team control through 2029 would have been silly.

Nick Krall News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / February 13

Nick Krall Sheds Light on Reds Ownership Change and Impact on Front Office

Headlines whirled late Thursday night that the Cincinnati Reds had changed the top of the organizational chart, moving Bob Castellini to the role of chairman and Phil Castellini to the role of president.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 13

Terry Francona’s Sal Stewart mic drop will have Reds fans thinking ROY after 26-pound transformation

SCOTTSDALE, AZ — The Cincinnati Reds have one of the best prospects in baseball in Sal Stewart. Stewart is MLB’s No. 22 overall prospect heading into the 2026 campaign, and he projects to be among the favorites for the National League Rookie of the Year Award.