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Reds cut ties with pitching coach Derek Johnson

The Cincinnati Reds parted ways with longtime pitching coach Derek Johnson on Thursday. Johnson, 55, took a personal leave of absence in June and did not return to the team.

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Reds Top Prospect Alfredo Duno Set to Fulfill Childhood Dream With Winter Ball Homecoming

The 2026 regular season is now over, which means Reds players are entering their offseason. Also, the Reds Minor Leaguers are getting ready for their offseason as well.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 1

Reds to Bring Back Key Coach Despite Poor Offensive Results in 2026

The Cincinnati Reds are making changes to their coaching staff following a disappointing 75-87 season. Earlier on Thursday, the Reds announced that pitching coach Derek Johnson will not return for the 2027 season.

Nick Krall News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 1

Phil Castellini Addresses Reds Fans, but His Message Only Raises More Questions About Ownership

On Thursday morning, Phil Castellini, Nick Krall, and Brad Meador all met with the media to discuss the 2026 season. Castellini rarely appears at these press conferences, but he acknowledged that the organization fell short of expectations this season.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / October 1

Cincinnati Reds links – Elly the player of the month, Derek Johnson to leave Reds

The calendar officially flipped itself to October first thing this morning, and whichever MLB player establishes themselves as the best player on the planet during this month may well end up with a World Series banner to fly forever in their name.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 1

Reds Confirm Derek Johnson Will Not Return, Begin Search for New Pitching Coach

The Cincinnati Reds will have a new pitching coach next season. Reds President of Baseball Operations Nick Krall confirmed that Derek Johnson will not return after taking a personal leave of absence in June.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 1

Pitching Coach Derek Johnson Will Not Return To Reds

Reds pitching coach Derek Johnson, who has been away from the team for personal reasons, will not return to the club in 2027, president of baseball operations Nick Krall announced this morning (via FOX 19’s Charlie Goldsmith).

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 1

What a Successful Cincinnati Reds Offseason Actually Looks Like

Just like that, another disappointing Cincinnati Reds season has come and gone. One year after a playoff berth, the Reds are sitting on their couches this fall, watching others chase baseball's greatest prize.

Brady Singer News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 30

Reds Insider Says Team Could Bring Back a Veteran Fans May Not Want to See Return in 2027

The Cincinnati Reds have a decision to make on Brady Singer this offseason, but bringing him back would be difficult to get excited about after the season he just had.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 30

Reds Lose Key Depth as Veteran Elects Free Agency, Adding to Offseason Questions

The Cincinnati Reds lost an important depth player at the catcher position on Tuesday. PJ Higgins has elected free agency for this offseason, per the Reds' transaction log. Catcher will be a high-priority position for the team over the offseason after potentially losing Tyler Stephenson and now Higgins.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 30

Versatile 21-Year-Old Reds Prospect Has Prime Opportunity to Turn Heads

The Cincinnati Reds' season ended in a depressing fashion as they were uncompetitive down the stretch and didn't pose any sort of threat for the postseason.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Rhett Lowder News / Just Baseball / September 30

Rhett Lowder’s Struggles Changes the Reds’ Rotation Outlook

If you asked fans what the strength of the Cincinnati Reds team was heading into the 2026 season, I’m sure most would say the rotation. Having Elly De La Cruz on your team is always going to pull eyes away from other areas, but the rotation was really the only reason the Reds made the playoffs in 2025.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 29

Questionable Cincinnati Reds Decision Looks Worse After Former Hitter Finds Success Elsewhere

The Cincinnati Reds have struggled to find consistent offense at third base. That makes the decision to DFA a player and watch him succeed elsewhere even harder.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 29

Reds Breakout Prospect Making Waves, Tabbed 2026 Prospect of the Year

The Cincinnati Reds had a down year this season. They didn't make the postseason and finished well below .500 this season after making the postseason a year ago.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 29

The Toughest Contract Decision Facing the Reds This Winter

The regular season is over, and for the Cincinnati Reds, that means it's time to get to work on being a better team in 2027. A season removed from a postseason appearance, the Reds finished 2026 in last place in the National League Central.

Eugenio Suarez News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 29

Eugenio Suarez Sends Clear Message About His Reds Future as $16 Million Decision Looms

Eugenio Suarez wants to be back with the Cincinnati Reds next season. Whether that happens is one of the decisions the team will have to make this offseason.

MLB News / Viral Sports News / September 28

Cincinnati Reds Predicted to Poach Polarizing Yankees Slugger

For the Cincinnati Reds, the most interesting name in a recent survey of free agents who watched their markets shrink could be New York Yankees outfielder Trent Grisham, the two-time Gold Glove center fielder whose qualifying-offer season with the Yankees did not deliver the second-act power explosion clubs hoped to see.

Rhett Lowder News / Field Level Media / September 26

Reds' starter Rhett Lowder baffles Blue Jays to even series

Rhett Lowder pitched six scoreless innings Saturday afternoon and the visiting Cincinnati Reds defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 5-1. Lowder (7-12) allowed three hits and two walks with two strikeouts to finish the season with a 5.74 ERA.

Sal Stewart News / Athlon Sports / September 26

Elly De La Cruz, Sal Stewart Combine for Franchise History in Lost Reds Season

The Cincinnati Reds may be out of the postseason, but Elly De La Cruz and Sal Stewart are giving the franchise plenty to look forward to. The young stars reached another milestone Friday, becoming the first pair of Reds teammates age 24 or younger to each record at least 30 home runs in the same season.

Julian Aguiar News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 26

Cubs Claim Julian Aguiar

The Cubs have claimed right-hander Julian Aguiar off waivers, according to the Reds. There hadn’t been any indication that Aguiar had been designated for assignment, but he’ll now look to continue his career with one of Cincinnati’s division rivals. A corresponding move will need to be made since Chicago has a full 40-man roster.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 24

Reds go yard 3 times, eke out rubber match vs. Braves

A two-run homer by Hector Rodriguez, one of three longballs by Cincinnati, helped the visiting Reds beat the Atlanta Braves 7-6 on Thursday in the rubber game of their three-game series.

Spencer Steer News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 24

Spencer Steer To Undergo Wrist Surgery

Reds utilityman Spencer Steer will undergo surgery next week to repair the torn tendon sheath in his right wrist, the team informed reporters (link via Mark Sheldon of MLB.com).

T.J. Friedl News / Yardbarker / September 20

Reds designate TJ Friedl for assignment after rough stretch

The 2026 MLB season did not go the way that the Cincinnati Reds had hoped it would. Several key players took a step back, causing Cincinnati to miss the postseason for the fifth time in seven seasons. One player that took a major step back was outfielder TJ Friedl.

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