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3 Major Free Agents Reds Should Target In 2026

The Cincinnati Reds, having just promptly exited the 2025 postseason without a win, have an important offseason ahead of them. Will they continue to sign band-aid fix players to single-year contracts, or is this the season they finally push their chips in and bring in some serious help?

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Reds Top Prospect Has Monster Night in Arizona Fall League Playoff Game

It was a huge night at the plate for Reds prospect Alfredo Duno in the Arizona Fall League playoffs. After hitting a home run on Wednesday night, Duno responded by hitting three home runs on Thursday night, leading the Javelinas to a 9-4 victory.

Cincinnati Reds News / Last Word On Sports / November 14

The Reds Have an Embarrassment of Riches at Catcher Next Season

It was a tale of two seasons for both Cincinnati Reds catchers in 2025. On one hand, newcomer Jose Trevino had a blistering start to the season at the plate that earned him a nice three-year, $15 million extension.

CJ Abrams News / Red Reporter / November 13

Cincinnati Reds Trade Idea – CJ Abrams of the Washington Nationals

The Cincinnati Reds have Elly De La Cruz entrenched at shortstop, so much so that they moved fellow shortstop (and former 1st round pick) Matt McLain off the position altogether.

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Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 13

Reds hire Oscar Marin as bullpen coach

The Reds on Thursday announced the hiring of Oscar Marin as their new bullpen coach. Marin, who served as the Pirates’ pitching coach from 2020-25, will take over for Matt Tracy, who’s moved from bullpen coach to assistant pitching coach.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 13

Veteran Free Agent Voices Interest in Signing With Cincinnati Reds

The Cincinnati Reds need more firepower on offense. That should be one of their highest priorities this offseason. However, it feels unlikely that the Reds have the budget to go out and sign players like Kyle Schwarber and Pete Alonso.

Adam Dunn News / Sporting News / November 13

Reds slugger Adam Dunn gets special retirement honor

The big lefty got some recognition.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 13

Will Reds Superstar Take Next Step in 2026?

The Cincinnati Reds had a very mid-year at the plate. Only a few players posted above-average years at the dish, with no one really going off. The man who led them for a good chunk of the year was Elly De La Cruz, albeit his year ended concerningly.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 13

Reds Add Experienced Voice From Divisional Opponent

The Cincinnati Reds announced on Thursday afternoon that they have named Oscar Marin as their new bullpen coach. Marin previously served as the Pittsburgh Pirates' pitching coach from 2020 to 2025.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 13

Ohio Governor Mike Dewine Chimes in on Possible Reds Free Agent Target

Free agent Kyle Schwarber has been getting loads of attention this offseason. Ever since his comments back in July about how he would love to play for the Reds, fans have been hoping it could become a reality this offseason.

Dave Hansen News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 13

Veteran Coach Leaves Reds for a Surprising New Role

Cincinnati Reds minor league hitting coordinator Dave Hansen is leaving the Reds. He is taking a job outside of Major League Baseball that will allow him to be closer to home and spend more time with his family, according to Charlie Goldsmith of Charlie's Chalkboard.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Alfredo Duno News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 13

Two Reds Prospects Shine in Game One of Arizona Fall League Playoffs

Cincinnati Reds prospects Alfredo Duno and Leo Balcazar led the Javelinas to an 8-7 win in Game 1 of the Arizona Fall League Playoffs on Wednesday night.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 13

These Two Power Bats Have Been Linked to Reds in Free Agency

The Cincinnati Reds' offense has been severely lacking in the power department over the last few seasons. The team has not hit 200 or more home runs in a season since the 2021 season, when Joey Votto, Nick Castellanos, and Eugenio Suarez led the team in that category.

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Andrew Abbott News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 12

Reds Pitcher Andrew Abbott Picks Up Major Award Recognition

The Cincinnati Reds were led to their first postseason appearance since 2020 by their starting rotation. Left-handed starter Andrew Abbott had a lot to do with that.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 12

Reds Insider Shares Disappointing News Ahead of Free Agency

There has been speculation that Kyle Schwarber could be interested in signing with the Reds this offseason ever since he spoke to reporters earlier this summer.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 12

Cincinnati Reds Claim Former Second Round Draft Pick Off Waivers

The Cincinnati Reds claimed catcher Ben Rortvedt off waivers from the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday. The 28-year-old was part of the 3-team trade that sent Zack Littell to the Reds at the trade deadline Rortvedt appeared in 18 games for the Dodgers in the 2025 season, slashing .224/309/.327 with three extra-base hits.

Ben Rortvedt News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 12

Former Dodgers catcher Ben Rortvedt claimed by NL Central team

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced that catcher Ben Rortvedt has been claimed off waivers.

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Spencer Steer News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 12

Reds General Manager Brad Meador Hints at New Role for Spencer Steer in 2026

Spencer Steer is a key part of this Reds team and over the years, his versatility has been a plus. However, in 2025, he played primarily first base. Steer played 117 games at first base, 10 games in left field, one game in right field, and was the designated hitter in 17 games.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 12

Three Players Cincinnati Reds Should Target in Free Agency

The 2025 offseason may be one of the more pivotal offseasons in recent memory. The team has a nice crop of young talent with multiple years of team control, but some key players will soon be arbitration-eligible, so the time to make a serious push might be now.

Terry Francona News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 11

Terry Francona Comes Up Short For Major Award After Leading Reds to Playoffs

Cincinnati – The Reds have not had a manager win the Manager of the Year Award since 1999, when Jack McKeon won the award after leading the Reds to a second-place finish in the National League Central and a 96-win season.

Cincinnati Reds News / Yardbarker / November 11

Reds POBO addresses Hunter Greene trade rumors with cryptic answer

Will the Cincinnati Reds trade Greene this offseason if a tantalizing return package was offered?

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Spencer Steer News / Last Word On Sports / November 11

Reds Have a Tough Call on Maintaining or Trading Utilityman

For three seasons now (excluding 28 games in 2022), Spencer Steer has been consistently penciled into the Cincinnati Reds lineup. With him set to make $4 million in 2026 in his first year of arbitration, some questions have arisen regarding his future with the team.

Gavin Lux News / Last Word On Sports / November 10

Lefty Outfielder Had an Underwhelming First Year for the Reds

For the first time in his career, Gavin Lux donned a uniform that isn’t Dodger blue, as he spent his first season with the Cincinnati Reds. Throughout the season, Lux received perhaps a bigger role than he expected.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 8

Francona: Reds unlikely to trade pitching assets

Manager Terry Francona is the latest member of Cincinnati’s organization to downplay the possibility of trading starting pitching.

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Are Reds saving big in hopes of pursuing Kyle Schwarber in free agency?

The Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday declined options on three players. Could this signal the team's interest in signing slugger Kyle Schwarber, one of the top free agents on the market this offseason?

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