The Cincinnati Reds had nothing but high hopes for starting pitcher Chase Burns as the season got underway. The highly touted rookie has exceeded all expectations, as he brings an 11-1 record into the All-Star Break.
For a moment it was easy to think the Cincinnati Reds might actually be on to something again. On Friday night, with the Chicago Cubs in town, we all got to watch Hunter Greene pitch like the true ace he is, and suddenly we had dreams of what he and Chase Burns could look like atop a rotation again.
The Cincinnati Reds should be thrilled that Sunday's game is the final game before the MLB All-Star Break. The 2026 season has not gone the way anyone expected, and with the much-needed break, the Reds front office will have a chance to assess what this franchise has become.
The Cincinnati Reds will be finishing up the first half of the 2026 season with their series finale against the Chicago Cubs on Sunday. A series victory is still a possibility for the Reds, but it's safe to say this weekend has turned into another nightmare for the franchise.
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The Cincinnati Reds have already had a roller coaster of a weekend. On Friday night, the team looked like the one everyone expected them to be this season.
The Cincinnati Reds focused heavily on the college ranks to kick off the 2026 MLB Draft. They selected five experienced players on Day 1. The organization maintained that they followed a “best player available” strategy.
The Cincinnati Reds' win over the Chicago Cubs on Friday night felt almost like a masterpiece. A combination of great pitching and offense made it feel like fans were finally seeing this team at their full potential.
The Cincinnati Reds are a team staring down what could be another painful rebuild. This team was supposed to take the next step after making the postseason in 2025.
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
UCLA first baseman Mulivai Levu was selected by the Cincinnati Reds with the No. 70 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. Across three seasons at UCLA (171 games), the Huntington Beach, Calif.
The Cincinnati Reds went with college shortstop Justin Lebron with the #18 pick in the 1st round of the 2026 MLB Draft, and they backed it up in the 2nd round by taking – you guessed it – another college shortstop.
The Cincinnati Reds are once again looking at a season that is only going to end in sadness. After a historic April, the Reds have been one of the worst teams in the league as they limp into the MLB All-Star break.
The Cincinnati Reds currently hold a 43-50 record following a dominant shutout victory at Great American Ball Park. Yesterday, the club began its final series of the first half.
The Cincinnati Reds are getting creative in their effort to remain in the National League wild-card race. Spencer Steer figures prominently in those plans for the Reds, who continue their three-game series against the visiting Chicago Cubs on Saturday.
The Samsung Lions of the KBO League in South Korea announced that they have signed right-hander Chris Paddack. Ilyo Shinmun (Korean link) reported the transaction prior to the official announcement.
Elly De La Cruz and JJ Bleday homered, Hunter Greene tossed seven strong innings and the Cincinnati Reds opened a three-game series against the visiting Chicago Cubs with a 4-0 win on Friday.
Matt McLain is heading to the injured list, and the Cincinnati Reds made it official Friday by placing the infielder on the 10-day IL with a left calf strain, retroactive to July 8.
It’s been a bad few weeks for the Cincinnati Reds as they approach the MLB All-Star Break. Injuries have taken their toll, forcing some infield roster moves.
With every big game improving Sal Stewart's chances at being named the National League Rookie of the Year, the Cincinnati Reds' first-year sensation hit two massive home runs on Wednesday night. Stewart went yard twice as the Reds beat the Philadelphia Phillies 11-5.
The Reds announced that outfielder Will Benson has cleared waivers and accepted an outright assignment Triple-A Louisville. He had been designated for assignment last week when right-hander Hunter Greene came off the 60-day injured list.
The Cincinnati Reds are not having the season fans had hoped for. After an electric start in April, going 17-9, they have since stumbled. Are they technically still alive in the Wild Card race?
“We’re trying to eliminate peaks and valleys,” were the words of Nick Krall, Cincinnati Reds president of baseball operations, when describing the Reds and their path forward back in 2022.
As the calendar flips over to July and the summer sun continues to beat across each major league stadium, the Cincinnati Reds aren’t quite able to enjoy the bright months ahead.
Hunter Greene is ready for his 2026 debut, as the Reds officially activated the right-hander from the 60-day injured list in advance of his planned start tonight against the Orioles. In corresponding moves, Cincinnati designated outfielder Will Benson for assignment and optioned right-hander Chase Petty to Triple-A.