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Emerging righties on hill as Pirates aim to sweep Reds

The host Pittsburgh Pirates look to continue their early-season dominance of the Cincinnati Reds with a three-game series sweep when the National League Central rivals meet Sunday.

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Sal Stewart Doesn’t Hold Back After Being Thrown At: ‘Was Pretty Blatantly Obvious’

The Cincinnati Reds and Pittsburgh Pirates are two of the biggest rivals in all of baseball. They might not rival the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox when it comes to historic rivalries, but these two National League Central foes tend to get into some heated matchups each time they play.

Nick Lodolo News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 2

Nick Lodolo Clears Latest Hurdle in Rehab, Nearing Return to Reds Rotation

The Reds' starting pitching has really struggled this season. In their two losses against the Pittsburgh Pirates over the weekend, neither Brady Singer nor Rhett Lowder got through four innings.

MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 2

Reds Routed, Embarrassed by Pirates in 17-7 Blowout on Saturday in Pittsburgh

Well, that was not good. The Pittsburgh Pirates kept putting traffic on the bases and pressure on the Cincinnati Reds in a 17-7 rout on Saturday afternoon in the Steel City.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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MLB News / Yardbarker / May 2

Reds pitchers tie record for futility in awful day vs. Pirates

Cincinnati Reds pitchers did not have a great day on Saturday in a 17-7 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates. You usually do not need any further analysis when

Orioles' starting pitching issues continue in blowout loss to Yankees

It's time for Marlins to end Chris Paddack experiment

Patrick Corbin has effectively stabilized the Blue Jays rotation

Blue Jays' Yohendrick Pinango making case for long-term roster spot

Athletics have found their closer amid surprising season

Athletics' Nick Kurtz falls just short of impressive MLB record

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Cincinnati Reds News / Larry Brown Sports / May 2

Reds pitchers tie 50-year-old record for consecutive walks

The Cincinnati Reds tied an unwanted MLB record on Saturday by being unable to find the strike zone against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Reds issued seven consecutive walks during the second inning of Saturday’s game at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, Pa.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 2

Reds make multiple roster moves before Pirates clash

The Cincinnati Reds made a series of roster moves ahead of their matchup vs. the Pittsburgh Pirates, reflecting both immediate needs and longer-term strategy as the National League Central race tightens.

Zach Maxwell News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 2

Cincinnati Reds Get One of Best Relief Pitchers Back, Send Zach Maxwell to Louisville

The Cincinnati Reds activated Graham Ashcraft from the Bereavement list on Saturday afternoon. In a corresponding roster move, the optioned relief pitcher Zach Maxwell to Triple-A Louisville.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / May 2

Rhett Lowder takes the mound, Graham Ashcraft returns as Reds face Pirates on Saturday

Friday night’s series opener against the Pittsburgh Pirates couldn’t have gone much worse for the Cincinnati Reds. First, they sat out a lengthy rain delay in PNC Park and eventually waded into a drubbing at the hands of the Bucs in cool temperatures, their arms and bats looking as soggy as the 9-1 scoreline.

Brady Singer News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 2

What’s Behind Brady Singer’s Slide? A Deep Dive Into His Underlying Metrics

For a pitcher who has built his career on consistency, Brady Singer has been anything but that this season for the Reds. In Friday's 9-1 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates, Singer gave up four runs on seven hits in just 3 1/3 innings.

Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / May 2

Cincinnati Reds News & Notes 05/02/2026

The Cincinnati Reds currently sit at 20-12 following a frustrating 9-1 series-opening loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night. The defeat snapped a hot streak for the NL Central-leading club.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 2

1 Breakout Reds Prospect Hitter to Watch From Each Minor League Level

The Cincinnati Reds have built a lot of their roster through the farm system. Their best two players, Elly De La Cruz and Sal Stewart, are both homegrown players.

Sal Stewart News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 2

Reds Rookie Sal Stewart Generating National Buzz With Rookie Breakout

The Cincinnati Reds have one of the best records in baseball this season, and they haven't gotten here by accident. One of the biggest producers for the Reds so far has been rookie infielder Sal Stewart, who's burst on the scene and dominated the big leagues since debuting late last season.

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MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 1

Bats Go Cold, Reds Woes Against Pirates Continue in 9-1 Loss

The Cincinnati Reds were riding high as they entered the weekend series with the Pittsburgh Pirates. On Thursday, the Reds would take their fifth straight series with a win over the Colorado Rockies.

MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 1

Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Game Delayed On Friday

The Reds' game against the Pittsburgh Pirates will be delayed on Friday. "The start of tonight’s game will be delayed due to weather," the Pirates posted on X.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 1

Cincinnati Reds at the Center of the Most Competitive Division Race in MLB

The Cincinnati Reds are in the middle of the most competitive division race in Major League Baseball this season, as each team in the National League Central has been very competitive through April.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 1

Reds’ 1st-place standing marks franchise first since 2002

The Cincinnati Reds are on fire to begin the 2026 campaign, as the club owns a 20-11 record through the first 31 games of the regular season. After securing a 6-4 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Thursday, the club is in first place in the NL Central.

MLB News / Red Reporter / May 1

The biggest Reds/Pirates series since who knows when

The Cincinnati Reds are upriver in Pittsburgh on Friday to begin a weekend series against the Pirates. A Reds/Pirates series – starting on the first of May – and yet somehow, it feels like must-watch television.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 1

How the Reds Have Evolved Their ABS Strategy One Month Into the Season

Whether it was PJ Higgins challenging a pitch that was overturned and ended the game or whether it was Tyler Stephenson challenging a pitch against the Rockies that resulted in Reds fans getting free pizza, there is no denying ABS has been a great addition to Major League Baseball this season.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 1

First-place Reds carry 5-series winning streak into Pittsburgh

The Cincinnati Reds begin May atop the National League Central standings, having won five consecutive series heading into a seven-game road trip that begins Friday night in Pittsburgh.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 30

Reds' historic start continues in series-clinching win over Rockies

The Cincinnati Reds have been one of the best stories in baseball so far this season, and Thursday's 6-4 win over the Colorado Rockies helped them achieve some more history in the process.

Elly De La Cruz's historic start builds an early MVP case

Three Bats Who Need To Step Up for the Reds To Remain in First

Mickey Moniak’s Breakthrough Seems To Have Arrived

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Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 30

Reds Place Brandon Williamson On Injured List

The Reds announced that left-hander Brandon Williamson has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to left shoulder fatigue. Right-hander Zach Maxwell has been recalled in a corresponding move.

Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / April 30

Cincinnati Reds News & Notes 04/30/2026

The Cincinnati Reds currently hold a 19-11 record and maintain a narrow lead in the National League Central. Over the last 24 hours, the club suffered a heavy 13-2 loss to the Colorado Rockies.

Cincinnati Reds News / Yardbarker / April 29

Elly De La Cruz's historic start builds an early MVP case

While the 2026 MLB season is far from over, one player is already putting together a historic season that makes his case as an early MVP contender.

Three Bats Who Need To Step Up for the Reds To Remain in First

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Cincinnati Reds News / Just Baseball / April 29

Three Bats Who Need To Step Up for the Reds To Remain in First

The Cincinnati Reds have jumped out to their best start in modern history, sitting atop the NL Central with an 18-10 record. They are beating tough teams, winning on the road, collecting walk-offs, you name it.