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Major League Baseball's trade deadline is just a couple of weeks away and the Reds are said to be open for business. The big question looming around the Reds is whether they will only trade guys with expiring contracts or will they look to trade players like Spencer Steer, Nick Lodolo, and Hunter Greene?

Cincinnati Reds News / Viral Sports News / July 24

Reds’ Elly De La Cruz Trade Rumors Take Another Twist

The Cincinnati Reds have been one of the more disappointing teams in baseball this season. After sneaking into the playoff last year, the Reds find themselves at 47-54 and toward the bottom of the standings with the MLB trade deadline approaching, and sweeping changes could be made.

MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 24

Reds Have Chance to Close Gap in Standings With Three Game Series Vs Cardinals

The Cincinnati Reds are preparing for a three-game series against the St. Louis Cardinals that will include the ninth road game in a row for the Reds when the series is all said and done.

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Nick Krall News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 23

Nick Krall Doesn't Rule Out Trading Two Key Reds Players for the Future

The Cincinnati Reds are currently 47-54, but they've won their first two series coming out of the All-Star break. They sit 5 1/2 games out of the National League Wild Card race, but they're still likely to sell.

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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.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / July 23

The only thing standing between the Reds and a miracle is money

Some team will give the Cincinnati Reds something semi-tangible for the services of Brady Singer. The veteran righty eschewed a miserable start to the season and has turned things completely around, pitching to a 2.92 ERA and 3.56 FIP across 52.1 IP during his last 9 starts.

Tyler Stephenson News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 23

MLB Insider Names New York Yankees as Fit for Reds Trade Chip

It feels more and more likely that the Reds will move on from catcher Tyler Stephenson. While he's having a fantastic season, the Reds are seven games under .500 and likely to sell.

Sal Stewart News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 23

Sal Stewart's Latest Comments Will Make Reds Fans Love Him Even More

Sal Stewart stepped up to the plate on Wednesday afternoon with the Reds trailing the Mariners 3-2 in the seventh inning. Runners were on first and second with two outs.

Brock Burke News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 23

One Cincinnati Reds Reliever is Quietly Having a Strong 2026 Season

Fans wanted to see the Cincinnati Reds come out with some fire to start the second half of the season after the MLB All-Star Break. Well, they've kind of done that.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 23

Kirk Herbstreit Blasts Reds Organization After 13 Years of Frustration

Few national voices understand the frustration of Cincinnati Reds fans quite like ESPN college football analyst Kirk Herbstreit. The Ohio native has long been open about his loyalty to the Reds, and during a recent appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, Herbstreit delivered a brutally honest assessment of the franchise's current state.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 23

Eugenio Suárez Takes Strong Stance on Reds Future as Trade Deadline Nears

The Cincinnati Reds will almost certainly be sellers at the trade deadline in just under two weeks. They're quite a ways under .500 right now, and it doesn't seem like they're going to be contending for a postseason spot with the way the roster is configured.

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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.

Sal Stewart News / Field Level Media / July 22

Sal Stewart's HR helps Reds defeat Mariners

Sal Stewart hit a go-ahead, three-run homer in the seventh inning as the Cincinnati Reds defeated the host Seattle Mariners 5-3 on Wednesday afternoon.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 22

Reds Slugger Quietly Emerging as Potential Trade Chip at Deadline

The Cincinnati Reds will likely be sellers at the trade deadline this year, which could come as a shock considering they made the postseason last year and came into this season with a better roster.

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Chase Burns News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 22

Reds Broadcaster Suggests Chase Burns Could Be Shut Down Soon

The Cincinnati Reds have watched Chase Burns develop into one of the best pitchers in baseball this season, but that success may soon come with a difficult decision.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 22

2 Players the Reds Absolutely Shouldn't Trade at the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline

Early in the year, it looked like the Cincinnati Reds would be a contending team again this season after they surged to the postseason last year. But they have fallen off a cliff over the last two months and it has resulted in them sitting at the bottom of the National League Central as the trade deadline approaches.

Eugenio Suarez News / Field Level Media / July 22

Eugenio Suarez, Reds strive to keep 'good vibes' going vs. M's

The good vibes started for Eugenio Suarez the minute he walked back into T-Mobile Park in Seattle. The Cincinnati Reds' veteran infielder received a standing ovation when he was introduced before his first at-bat Monday and shared a hug with Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh at the plate.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 22

Chase Burns blanks Mariners for five innings as Reds cruise

Chase Burns pitched five scoreless innings to win his 11th straight decision as the Cincinnati Reds defeated the host Seattle Mariners 4-2 Tuesday night.

Caleb Ferguson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 22

Reds’ Caleb Ferguson apologizes after NSFW outburst directed at umpire

Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Caleb Ferguson was not happy with umpire Bill Miller during Monday’s 8-0 loss against the Seattle Mariners. Of course, Ferguson isn’t the first baseball player to be upset with an umpire.

Brady Singer News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21

Reds rumors: Brady Singer’s trade value gets crucial update before deadline

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Brady Singer’s statistics this season are far from ideal. The veteran right-handed hurler has turned in a 4.56 ERA across 19 outings.

Cincinnati Reds News / Larry Brown Sports / July 21

Reds pitcher berates 'f—ing fata–' umpire for costing him an inning-ending out

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Caleb Ferguson should not expect a dinner invite from umpire Bill Miller’s family anytime soon. Ferguson was a strike away from ending a brutal 7th inning that saw the Seattle Mariners pound the Reds for six runs at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, Wash.

Cincinnati Reds News / Viral Sports News / July 20

Elly De La Cruz Concern Emerges for Reds Before Trade Deadline

Cincinnati Reds star Elly De La Cruz has become the kind of player every franchise dreams about finding. He has the rare combination of power, speed, athleticism, and charisma that can change the direction of an organization.

Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / July 20

Cincinnati Reds Notebook: Greene Strikes Out Seven, Stephenson Drives in Three, Rodriguez Hits 24th, & More

The Cincinnati Reds currently hold a 45-53 record. Over the last 24 hours, the club secured a series victory in Denver with a high-scoring win. They also prepared for a crucial road trip to Seattle.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 19

Rockies' Hunter Goodman enhances trade value with historic three-HR game

Indicative of the Colorado Rockies' 2026 season, a player made franchise history in a loss. And even more importantly, showcased himself ahead of MLB's Aug. 3 trade deadline.

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Cincinnati Reds News / The Lead / July 19

Who Are the Cincinnati Reds’ Best Trade Candidates?

The Aug. 3 trade deadline is quickly approaching, and MLB trade buzz is beginning to heat up. The Cincinnati Reds are in a position this season to be sellers.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 18

Reds To Pursue Trading Players On Expiring Contracts

The Reds are looking to move their rental pieces, reports C. Trent Rosecrans and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Cincinnati fell to 44-53 with a blowout loss to the Rockies this afternoon.

Chase Burns News / Yardbarker / July 18

Head-shaking moment holds up Reds finalizing Chase Burns' contract

The news about a new contract for Chase Burns has been out there for a while. However, a mishap on Saturday morning at Coors Field caused the contract signing to take even a little bit longer to become a reality.

Reds sign Burns to historic new deal

Reds' Sal Stewart sheds light on Dave Roberts' All-Star Game quote

Orioles, RHP Kyle Bradish agree to five-year contract extension

How Kevin Gausman could be Blue Jays' top trade candidate

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 17

Reds' Sal Stewart sheds light on viral Dave Roberts' All-Star Game quote

As the Cincinnati Reds start the post-All-Star Game portion of their schedule, there's still plenty of buzz about Sal Stewart and what he asked of some veteran MLB managers just before the Midsummer Classic.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Yardbarker / July 16

Reds sign Chase Burns to historic new deal

In keeping with the recent trend of teams locking up young stars with new long term deals, the Cincinnati Reds have awarded right-hander Chase Burns with a historic contract.

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