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Reds Get Key Reinforcement Back Ahead of D-Backs Game

The Cincinnati Reds have activated right-handed reliever Tony Santillan from the 15-day injured list ahead of their three-game road series against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field.

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Lodolo Gets Roughed Up, Reds Shut Out by Diamondbacks 9-0

When your starting pitcher has a rough outing and the offense can't provide any support, winning becomes a difficult task. That's exactly what happened to the Reds on Friday night, as they mustered just four hits in a 9-0 shutout loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks, who completely outclassed Cincinnati to kick off the 2026 MLB Players' Weekend.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 21

Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Leaves Game vs. Diamondbacks With Concerning Injury

The Reds started off the day with some positive injury news when they announced that Tony Santillan was activated from the injured list. However, bad news was on the way.

MLB News / Red Reporter / August 21

Cincinnati Reds vs. Arizona Diamondbacks – Nick Lodolo vs. Eduardo Rodriguez

The Cincinnati Reds are in the Sonoran Desert on Friday night to take on Eduardo Rodriguez and the Arizona Diamondbacks. Rodriguez is a lefty, and the

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The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?

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Spencer Steer News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 21

Reds Get Worst Case Injury News on Spencer Steer

The Cincinnati Reds received brutal injury news on Friday. Spencer Steer will miss the remainder of the season. Steer underwent another examination on his injured right wrist Friday in Phoenix, and while a decision has not yet been made on whether he will need surgery, he no longer expects to return to the field this season.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Tony Santillan News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 21

Reds Get Major Bullpen Reinforcement Ahead of Weekend Series

The Cincinnati Reds are getting an important piece of their bullpen back. The team activated right-handed reliever Tony Santillan from the injured list on Friday.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 21

Ex-Red Tommy Pham Takes Shot at Dane Myers After Game-Losing Play

The Cincinnati Reds and St. Louis Cardinals battled it out in a heated five-game series this week. This series had its fair share of ups and downs for both teams, but it ended in the worst way possible for the Reds.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / August 21

It’s the Cincinnati front office that’s behind the latest Reds failure

There is a giant pile of blame to chuck around for the failures of the 2026 Cincinnati Reds. Just yesterday, for instance, they had the game, series, and bragging rights in the bag against the St.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 21

How Reds’ Sal Stewart used a ‘PDF’ to begin working out with Manny Machado, Yonder Alonso

With Cincinnati Reds star Sal Stewart looking to be an NL Rookie of the Year this season, he is having an impressive season to start his career. As Stewart continues to make history with the Reds, his upbringing is one that saw him train with the likes of former player Yonder Alonso and current San Diego Padres star Manny Machado.

Chase Burns News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 21

MLB Analyst Ranks Reds Pitcher Chase Burns Among Baseball’s Top Spoiler Aces

Chase Burns continues to earn high praise during his first full season in the big leagues. MLB Network's Greg Amsinger recently revealed his list of the top "spoiler aces" in baseball, highlighting starting pitchers who could have a major impact on the playoff race despite pitching for teams on the outside looking in.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Brock Burke News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 21

Brock Burke Makes Unfortunate MLB History in Reds’ Brutal Loss to Cardinals

Thursday's game was one of those games you want to erase from your memory as a fan. The Cincinnati Reds found a way to make history during Thursday's heartbreaking 10-9 loss to the St.

Alfredo Duno News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 20

Reds Prospect Getting Major Recognition Among League’s Top Young Players

The Reds may not have the most talented minor league system, but they certainly have a prospect with the highest potential. On Thursday, ESPN.com's Kiley McDaniel ranked catching prospect Alfredo Duno his No.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / August 20

Reds lose to Cardinals in most Reds way possible

You’re the home team. You’ve got two-outs on your opponents in the Top of the 9th, clinging to a one-run lead. There are runners on 2B and 3B, and you’ve got a lefty on lefty matchup with one of your best relievers on the bump.

Sal Stewart News / Field Level Media / August 20

Sal Stewart, Reds strive for edge in finale of 5-game series vs. Cards

The St. Louis Cardinals and host Cincinnati Reds will conclude their five-game, four-day series with the decisive contest on Thursday afternoon. Rookie Sal Stewart belted a three-run homer in the sixth inning to spark the Reds to a 5-4 victory on Wednesday night.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 19

Sal Stewart's monster HR in Reds' win puts him on track for MLB history

Making it so the Cincinnati Reds will at least secure a split in their four-game series against the rival St. Louis Cardinals, Sal Stewart further demonstrated why he has an argument for being named the National League Rookie of the Year.

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Ron Marinaccio News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19