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Emilio Pagan receiving interest from 'at least 10 teams'

Free-agent reliever Emilio Pagan is a popular figure now that the market has opened, as Gordon Wittenmyer of the Cincinnati Enquirer writes that “at least 10 teams” have reached out to Pagan and his reps at the Ballengee Group.

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Cincinnati Reds Release Minor League Pitcher

The Cincinnati Reds have released minor league left-handed pitcher Bryan Diaz, according to the team's transaction log. The 22-year-old appeared in 12 games for the Reds Dominican Summer League team in 2023.

Kristopher Negron News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 16

Former Cincinnati Reds Infielder Hired as Pittsburgh Pirates Bench Coach

Former Cincinnati Reds infielder Kristopher Negron was hired by the Pittsburgh Pirates to be their bench coach, according to Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Negron, 39, has spent the last four seasons as a coach with the Seattle Mariners.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 14

Reds Arizona Fall League Affiliate Comes Up Short in Finale

The Arizona Fall League season concluded on Friday. The Peoria Javelinas lost to the Surprise Saguaros 9-4 in the one-game Championship matchup. The Javelinas are the host to the Baltimore Orioles, Cincinnati Reds, Minnesota Twins, San Diego Padres, and Seattle Mariners.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Stadium Rant / November 14

3 Value Free Agents Reds Should Target In 2026

The Cincinnati Reds, after a brief and disappointing 2025 playoff appearance, have an important free agency period ahead of them. They may decide to make

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 14

Cincinnati Reds Predicted to Address Major Weakness in Free Agency

The Cincinnati Reds need to address their lack of power offensively this offseason. Will Laws and Nick Selbe of Sports Illustrated predicted where the top 50 available free agents would sign this offseason.

Tejay Antone News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 14

Fan Favorite Agrees to New Deal to Return to Reds

The Cincinnati Reds and pitcher Tejay Antone have agreed to a new deal for the 2026 season. Antone and his agency announced the news on Instagram on Friday afternoon.

Sal Stewart News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 14

MLB Analysts Predict Which Reds Prospect Could Shine in 2026

MLB.com analysts Jonathan Mayo, Jim Callis, and Sam Dykstra went through the entire league and picked a Rookie of the Year candidate from each team. For the Cincinnati Reds, the pick was a no-brainer: Sal Stewart.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 14

Report: Cincinnati Reds Showing Serious Interest in Signing Former All-Star

Earlier this week, Will Sammon of The Athletic reported that the Cincinnati Reds had shown interest in free agent reliever Devin Williams. On Thursday night, Bob Nightengale reported that the Reds have already met with Williams’ representatives.

Cincinnati Reds News / Stadium Rant / November 14

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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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 14

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.

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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.

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.

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.

Kyle Schwarber 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.

Cincinnati Reds 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 / MLB Trade Rumors / November 12

Reds' Krall further downplays chances of Hunter Greene trade

Reds president of baseball operations Nick Krall has already downplayed the idea of trading from his rotation this winter, but the fact that he didn’t expressly state he will not trade ace Hunter Greene led to some fan bases, and surely some rival teams, clinging to the faint hope that Cincinnati’s top starter might be available.

Cincinnati Reds News / Yardbarker / November 11

Reds POBO addresses Hunter Greene trade rumors with cryptic answer

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Cincinnati Reds 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.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 5

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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