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Cincinnati Reds Notes: Petty to Start the Nightcap

The Reds enter Saturday with a 26-24 record after weather disrupted the scheduled series opener against the Cardinals. The last 24 hours featured a Friday postponement at Great American Ball Park.

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Cardinals vs. Reds Game 2: Preview & Starting Pitchers – May 23

Cardinals vs. Reds: The St. Louis Cardinals travel to the Cincinnati Reds for a three-game series this weekend. Game 2 will be the second part of a doubleheader at Busch Stadium on Saturday evening after the series opener was postponed from Friday due to rain.

Eugenio Suarez News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 23

Reds Activate Eugenio Suarez, Place Ke’Bryan Hayes On 10-Day IL

The Reds placed third baseman Ke’Bryan Hayes on the 10-day injured list yesterday, while also activating third baseman Eugenio Suarez from the 10-day IL. Suarez returns after missing a month due to an oblique strain, while Hayes (whose placement is retroactive to May 21) is dealing with a lumbar bulging disc.

Eugenio Suarez News / Field Level Media / May 23

Eugenio Suarez set to return as Reds face Cardinals in doubleheader

Eugenio Suarez had to wait another day before making his return to the Cincinnati Reds' lineup after the scheduled series opener against the visiting St.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Athlon Sports / May 22

Reds Announce Injury News After Eugenio Suarez Move

The Cincinnati Reds announced that they have placed infielder Ke'Bryan Hayes on the 10-day injured list following a lumbar bulging disc. The team also announced that in his place, infielder Eugenio Suarez was activated from the 10-day injured list, making his return to the team since being placed on the injured list in late April.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 22

Reds Young Infielder Has Been Cincinnati's 'Most Pleasant Prospect Surprise'

The Cincinnati Reds have received quite a bit of production from young talent on their roster this season. Sal Stewart, a rookie this year, has been one of the top young players in baseball.

Cincinnati Reds News / Field Level Media / May 22

Cards, Reds to play Saturday doubleheader after postponement

Friday's scheduled series opener between the St. Louis Cardinals and Reds in Cincinnati was postponed due to inclement weather in the forecast. The game is scheduled to be made up Saturday as part of a split-doubleheader.

MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 22

Reds Make Bold Pitching Decision After Friday's Postponed Game Vs. Cardinals

The Cincinnati Reds and St. Louis Cardinals were slated to face off on Friday night in Cincinnati, with Chris Paddack getting the ball for the Reds and Kyle Leahy getting the ball for the Cardinals, but Mother Nature had other plans.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / May 22

Reds activate Eugenio Suárez, place Ke’Bryan Hayes on injured list

The Cincinnati Reds have officially made a swap at the hot corner. Eugenio Suárez is back after battling through an oblique issue, returning to the Reds exactly one month since the last time he played on April 22nd.

Eugenio Suarez News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 22

Cincinnati Reds Activate Eugenio Suarez, Place Infielder on Injured List

The Cincinnati Reds activated Eugenio Suarez from the 10-day injured list and placed third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes on the injured list with a lumbar bulging disc in his back, retro to May 21.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 22

Reds-Cardinals game postponed on Friday

After the Cincinnati Reds won the series against the Philadelphia Phillies, the team was preparing to take that momentum into the next slate of games against the St.

MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 22

Cincinnati Reds vs. St. Louis Cardinals Game Postponed on Friday

The Cincinnati Reds are set to host the rival St. Louis Cardinals this weekend in a three-game series, but they won't get to play on Friday night. Due to the weather in Cincinnati, the Reds game against the Cardinals on Friday night has been postponed to Saturday as part of a split doubleheader between the two teams.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 22

Chase Burns Is Putting Together a Season Reds Fans Won't Forget

When Hunter Greene and Nick Lodolo were placed on the injured list to begin the season, the Reds originally thought Andrew Abbott and Brady Singer would carry the rotation, with Rhett Lowder, Brandon Williamson, and Chase Burns expected to provide serviceable innings with upside.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / May 22

Reds star Elly De La Cruz has slowed down

By now you are all well aware of the quad issue that plagued Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz during the second half of the 2025 season. He rolled into the All Star Game having already hit 18 homers on the season, sporting a .495 slugging percentage and .854 OPS at the time.

Zach McCambley News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 22

Who Is New Reds Pitcher Zach McCambley? What Fans Need to Know

On Thursday afternoon, the Reds traded Rece Hinds to the Miami Marlins for right-handed pitcher Zach McCambley. The Reds designated Hinds for assignment last week, which was a big surprise.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 22

Reds May Already Regret Bold $20 Million Offseason Decision

The Cincinnati Reds aren't one of the biggest spenders in the league. They hardly ever spend any money of note. But when they do, it always seems to go to the wrong places.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 21

Reds Look to Gain Ground in NL Central With Pivotal Matchup vs. Cardinals

The Cincinnati Reds have had a dreadful month of May. However, on Wednesday, the team secured their second series victory of the month over a red-hot Philadelphia Phillies squad.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 21

Marlins acquire OF Rece Hinds in trade with Reds

The Miami Marlins acquired outfielder Rece Hinds from the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday in exchange for minor league right-hander Zach McCambley. Hinds, who was designated for assignment by the Reds on Sunday, was optioned to Triple-A Jacksonville.

Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / May 21

Cincinnati Reds News & Notes 05/21/2026

The Cincinnati Reds currently hold a 26-24 record following a successful road trip to Philadelphia. Over the last 24 hours, the club secured a 9-4 series-clinching victory at Citizens Bank Park.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 21

Reds’ Chase Burns getting hit ‘in the meat’ had Terry Francona wincing hard

The Cincinnati Reds have had a good week against the Philadelphia Phillies, but Chase Burns sustained an injury in the upper groin region during his outing.

J.J. Bleday News / Athlon Sports / May 20

JJ Bleday Has Finally Arrived in 2026 Fantasy Baseball

When you look up the term “post-hype sleeper” in the fantasy baseball dictionary you might find a photo of JJ Bleday right next to it. The Marlins drafted

Cincinnati Reds News / Athlon Sports / May 20

'I Don't Watch Games Without a Cup': Francona's Hilarious Reaction to Chase Burns Injury

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Chase Burns was on the unfortunate end of a Bryce Harper line drive that hit him directly in the groin area that looked to be quite painful, despite the 23-year-old star appearing to be fine.

J.J. Bleday News / Just Baseball / May 20

JJ Bleday Is Giving the Reds Exactly What They Needed

The Cincinnati Reds have struggled to find a combination that makes up a formidable outfield for a number of years. Whether it be a collection of fourth-outfield prototypes, players with glaring red flags, or failed prospects, the outfield has felt like it was always missing something.

Cincinnati Reds News / Yardbarker / May 19

Chase Burns is defying the odds as an early NL Cy Young candidate in his first full MLB season

While the NL Cy Young race remains competitive this season, Cincinnati Reds starter Chase Burns has defied the odds by emerging as a candidate.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / May 19

Cincinnati Reds News & Notes 05/19/2026

The Cincinnati Reds currently hold a 24-24 record after a heartbreaking defeat in their series opener against Philadelphia. In the last 24 hours, the club faced bullpen inconsistency.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 17

Reds Announce Five Roster Moves

The Reds made five moves prior to today’s game with the Guardians, including the placement of catcher Jose Trevino on the 10-day injured list. Trevino is dealing with a left hamstring injury, and he’ll be replaced on the active roster by catcher P.J.