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Why the Cincinnati Reds Should Target Colton Cowser

If you missed the news earlier this week, it was reported that the Baltimore Orioles would be open to making massive changes to their roster. Essentially, everybody except Pete Alonso is available via trade, which has amplified discussions about potential trades and fits.

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Cincinnati Reds Predicted to Re-Sign Important Player This Offseason

The Cincinnati Reds have a very important offseason in front of them. They weren't a contender this season after competing in the postseason a year ago.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 6

Former Reds' Minor League Pitcher of the Year Elects Free Agency

Wth the offseason officially underway, we're starting to see which minor leaguers are electing free agency. On Friday, one name was a bit of a surprise.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 6

Reds Predicted to Reunite with Veteran Pitcher on 1-Year, $15 Million Deal

The Cincinnati Reds had one of the worst bullpens in the league last season, and their issue got much worse this offseason when closer Emilio Pagán opted out of his player option with the team.

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MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

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Brock Burke News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 6

Reds Pitcher Projected to Sign 4-Year, $16 Million Deal After 1 Year in Cincinnati

The Cincinnati Reds recently lost their closer, Emilio Pagán, to free agency, as he opted out of his contract with the Reds. Still, Cincinnati has a chance to re-sign him this offseason before it's too late.

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25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

Sal Stewart News / Red Reporter / November 6

Elly De La Cruz, Sal Stewart named NL Silver Slugger Award finalists

Joey Votto was one of the greatest hitters of all time, let alone his own generation. He never once won a Silver Slugger Award. Jay Bruce, Votto’s longtime sidekick during the best run of form the Cincinnati Reds have had at any point during the last 35 years, won a pair of Silver Slugger Awards in his career.

Terry Francona News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 6

Terry Francona Sends Strong Message to Reds Fans After Miserable 2026 Season

The Cincinnati Reds are coming off a disappointing 2026 season, and fans are understandably frustrated with the direction of the franchise. After entering the season hoping to compete for a playoff spot, the Reds finished with a 75-87 record and missed the postseason.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 5

Terry Francona Isn't Giving Up on Emilio Pagan Returning to Reds

The Cincinnati Reds have plenty of questions to answer this offseason, and one of the biggest is who will be closing games in 2027. Emilio Pagan recently declined his $10 million player option to become a free agent.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 5

Three Cincinnati Reds Prospects Named to the AFL Fall Stars Game

The 2026 Arizona Fall League is past its halfway mark. And on Wednesday, the AFL announced the American and National League Fall Stars Game rosters, which included a lot of top prospects from all of MLB's organizations.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 4

Cincinnati Reds Announce 2026 Team Award Winners

On Wednesday, the Cincinnati Reds named their 2026 Team Awards. These awards are the Baseball Writers of America Cincinnati Chapter’s 2026 Major League Award winners.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 4

Terry Francona Reunites With Familiar Face as Reds Hire Joe Torres as New Pitching Coach

On Wednesday, the Cincinnati Reds hired Joe Torres to be their Major League pitching coach. He replaces Derek Johnson, who held the role since 2018. The Reds opted to move on from him last month.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Emmanuel Ramirez News / Viral Sports News / November 4

Cincinnati Reds Sign New Pitcher in Early Free Agency Move

The Cincinnati Reds added depth to their minor-league pitching pipeline on Wednesday by signing free-agent right-hander Many Ramirez to a minor-league contract, according to the official MLB transaction log.

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Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 4

Reds Announce Joe Torres As Pitching Coach

The Reds announced that Joe Torres has been hired as their new pitching coach. He has previously been serving as the assistant pitching coach with the Guardians.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / November 4

Former Cincinnati Reds 1st round pick Austin Hendrick becomes free agent

You may recall that calendar year 2020 featured a lot of unprecedented events through which we all got to live. Way, way down on that list of importance was the abbreviated 2020 Major League Baseball season, which ended up only being 60 games long and played in front of empty stadiums as the COVID pandemic raged across the world.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 4

National Reporter Thinks Reds Could Bring Back Familiar Face in Free Agency

MLB free agency is officially underway, but with a potential lockout looming on December 1, this offseason could look much different than in years past.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 4

Former Cincinnati Reds First-Round Pick Elects Free Agency

The Cincinnati Reds have officially parted ways with one of their former first-round draft picks. As reported by @HeyGingersaurus on X, former Reds first-round pick Austin Hendrick has elected free agency, bringing his disappointing run with the organization to an end.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 4

This Reds Prospect Could Take Home a Major Arizona Fall League Award

The 2026 Arizona Fall League is in full swing. They are also approaching the Arizona Fall Stars Game this weekend, where they will highlight the top players in the AFL.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 4

Former Yankees Reliever Could Be a Bullpen Option for the Cincinnati Reds

After losing Emilio Pagan and Pierce Johnson, the Cincinnati Reds are looking for bullpen options. Even if the Reds brought those two back, they would still need more options who can come in and record outs.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 4

Red Sox’s perfect trade offer for Reds’ Elly De La Cruz

The Boston Red Sox should pursue Elly De La Cruz with an offer substantial enough to give the Cincinnati Reds a difficult decision. Franklin Arias, Payton Tolle, and Justin Gonzales would provide a potential shortstop successor, an established young starter, and another promising bat.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 1