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Williamson, Lowder, Burns Make Reds’ Roster

The Reds will open the season with six starters on the major league roster, manager Terry Francona announced (via Mark Sheldon of MLB.com). With Hunter Greene out until midseason, Cincinnati had three rotation locks: Opening Day starter Andrew Abbott, fellow lefty Nick Lodolo and veteran right-hander Brady Singer.

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Connor Phillips Could Shine for Reds, But Banking on Him is Risky

While I had Connor Phillips making the Opening Day bullpen for the Cincinnati Reds I know that there is some risk in his game. I want to take everything I know about Phillips and base it off of last year, but time spent as a baseball fan tells me that’s foolish.

Eugenio Suarez News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active 40-homer MLB seasons' quiz

There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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Hunter Greene News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 18

Reds’ Hunter Greene Opens Up About Elbow Surgery, Timeline Comes Into Focus

CINCINNATI – Hunter Greene met with the media on Tuesday to discuss his recent surgery and gave an update on his recovery timeline. The bone spurs in his

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 18

Eugenio Suárez Breaks Team USA’s Heart With Game-Winner in World Baseball Classic

Eugenio Suárez was a difference maker on Tuesday night, hitting the go-ahead double for Venezuela in the ninth inning of their 3-2 win over Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Cincinnati Reds News / Outlook India / March 18

Venezuela Vs USA, World Baseball Classic: Suarez Ninth‑Inning Double Seals Historic First Title

Venezuela beat USA 3-2 to win first-ever World Baseball Classic title Eugenio Suarez’s ninth-inning double drove in winning run Daniel Palencia closed

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / March 18

Everyone made the same joke about Mark DeRosa after Team USA lost WBC final

Fans were quick to roast Team USA manager Mark DeRosa for once again failing to lead his squad to World Baseball Classic glory.

Team USA's big bats come up small in WBC championship loss to Venezuela

Why the USA failed again to secure the WBC championship

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Cincinnati Reds News / Field Level Media / March 17

Eugenio Suarez, Venezuela edge USA to capture first WBC crown

MIAMI -- Eugenio Suarez's double in the top of the ninth drove in the tiebreaking run that led Venezuela to its first-ever World Baseball Classic championship with a 3-2 win over the United States on Tuesday night.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 17

The Non-Obvious Reds Players Who Have Real Roster Leverage

The Opening Day roster is getting closer and closer to being finalized. On Tuesday, it was announced that Chase Burns, Rhett Lowder, Brandon Williamson, Connor Phillips, and Will Benson all made the team.

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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 17

Reds make huge starting rotation announcement for 2026 season

With the World Baseball Classic wrapping up and spring training nearing its end, the 2026 regular season approaches. The Cincinnati Reds are looking to improve on their surprise NL Wild Card appearance last season.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 17

Local Cable Company Reaches Deal to Broadcast Reds Games This Season

Earlier this year, the Reds announced that they were moving their television rights to Major League Baseball for the 2026 season. Local cable company, altafiber, announced that they have come to an agreement with Major League Baseball to broadcast Reds games this season.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 17

Reds Make Opening Day Roster Decisions on Multiple Key Players

The Cincinnati Reds have a lot of big decisions to make with their roster ahead of Opening Day. There are around 15 to 20 players who, barring injuries, are locks to make the Opening Day roster.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 17

Reds Make Bold Starting Rotation Move Ahead of Opening Day

On Tuesday afternoon, Charlie Goldsmith reported that Chase Burns, Rhett Lowder, and Brandon Williamson have all been told they've made the team. With all three coming off injuries or expected to be on pitch limits, this approach allows the Reds to better manage their workloads and keep them healthy over the course of the season.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / March 17

Cincinnati Reds to carry six starting pitchers to start season

If you try hard to remember, you’ll actually recall that the Cincinnati Reds spent a good chunk of the 2025 regular season carrying six starting pitchers – at minimum – on their active roster.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 17

Why Will Benson is Roster Lock and What It Means for Reds Veteran

March 26th is fast approaching. Now is the time for Cincinnati Reds players wishing to make the roster to really turn it on. The thing is, there are only a few spots up for grabs.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 17

Reds Young Star Turning Heads, Primed for Huge Bounce Back Year

The Cincinnati Reds are one of the more exciting young teams in the league this spring. They have all the talent that this city has seen over the last decade or so.

Andrew Abbott News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 17

Is It Time for the Reds to Be Concerned About Andrew Abbott?

You should always take Spring Training results with a grain of salt. However, for Reds starting pitcher Andrew Abbott, his struggles this spring are hard to ignore.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 17

Reds Inform Trio They Won’t Make Opening Day Roster Despite Staying in Major League Camp

The Reds made their latest round of roster cuts on Tuesday, reassigning left-handed pitcher Anthony Misiewicz to minor league camp and optioning outfielder Blake Dunn to Triple-A Louisville.

Hagen Danner News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 17

Reds Offseason Signee Making Case to Be Dark Horse Contender for Opening Day Roster

CINCINNATI – Over the offseason, the Reds made it a priority to retool the bullpen. They signed Hagen Danner to a minor league contract in January. He may have the coolest nickname in the sport, "The Ice Cream Man," but he is exceeding expectations.

Eugenio Suarez News / Total Pro Sports / March 17

What Happened To Eugenio Suarez during Venezuela’s showdown with Italy?

Venezuela took out Italy in the World Baseball Classic after a stunning victory. The team will now face the USA as they enter the finals for the first time in history.

Chase Burns News / Total Apex Sports / March 15

Reds Tap the Brakes On Chase Burns After Range of Motion Concern

The Reds didn’t waste time slowing Chase Burns down this week, and the decision had nothing to do with results or competition. It was about protecting one of the most electric young arms in their system after a range‑of‑motion issue surfaced in his throwing arm.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 14

Reds Slow Chase Burns After Range Of Motion Issue

Reds right-hander Chase Burns tossed just 24 pitches in his spring outing on Friday, a significant step back from the 68 he threw in his previous appearance.

Noelvi Marte News / Just Baseball / March 12

The Reds Need Noelvi Marte To Take the Next Step in 2026

Noelvi Marte was the main piece the Cincinnati Reds received in return for Luis Castillo at the 2022 MLB trade deadline. At the time, he was one of the top prospects in all of baseball and was penciled in as a guy who, for the Reds to truly make something of their rebuild, would be a catalyst on the next winning team in Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Reds News / Just Baseball / March 11

How the Reds Can Fill Hunter Greene’s Innings

The Cincinnati Reds’ run to the playoffs in 2025 was mostly attributed to a great rotation. Andrew Abbott continued his accension, Brady Singer was a stead force, and Nick Lodolo finally had a healthy enough season to blossom into the pitcher fans knew he could be.

Hunter Greene News / Yardbarker / March 10