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Cincinnati Reds vs. Atlanta Braves – Brandon Williamson vs. JR Ritchie

Brandon Williamson gets the start on Tuesday night in Atlanta as the Cincinnati Reds begin their penultimate series of the season against the Braves. JR Ritchie will start for Atlanta, and he’ll chuck out the game’s first pitch at 7:15 PM ET.

Cincinnati Reds News / Viral Sports News / September 22

Cincinnati Reds Make Announcement on Former Top Prospect

The Cincinnati Reds recalled 25-year-old right-hander Connor Phillips from Triple-A Louisville on Tuesday, filling the roster spot of Tony Santillan after the veteran reliever was placed on the 15-day injured list with a left hip labral tear, via the MLB transaction log.

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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 / Athlon Sports / September 22

Reds Make Season-Ending Move With 6 Games Left

The Cincinnati Reds have made a season-ending move with only six games remaining on the 2026 schedule. Cincinnati placed right-handed reliever Tony Santillan on the 15-day injured list Tuesday with a left hip labral tear.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 22

How the Cincinnati Reds' 2026 Season Went Wrong Before It Even Began

Higher expectations were set going into this season for the Cincinnati Reds. They came fresh off their first playoff appearance in a full 162-game schedule since 2013.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 22

Reds Announce Roster Moves as Bullpen Takes Another Hit

The Cincinnati Reds have had to deal with plenty of injuries in the bullpen this season. On Tuesday, the team announced that right-hander Tony Santillan will be placed on the 15-day injured list with a left hip labral tear, ending his season.

Cincinnati Reds News / Stadium Rant / September 22

Is Elly De La Cruz Baseball’s Next $700M Player?

Reports circulated earlier this month that the Cincinnati Reds had offered franchise cornerstone Elly De La Cruz a 13-year contract extension that would make him baseball’s third-ever $700M player.

Nick Krall News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 22

Nick Krall's Reds Tenure Comes Under More Scrutiny After Front Office Rumor

Cincinnati Reds' president of baseball operations Nick Krall has raised some eyebrows across the fanbase and around the league with his recent rumor stating that the team is keeping its current front office intact.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / September 22

What’s on the line for the Cincinnati Reds in the season’s final week

The Cincinnati Reds head into the final week of their disastrous 2026 regular season at 72-84 overall. Technically, this club could still find a way to make it to 90 losses overall for the season, so at least there is that for them to play.

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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.

Alfredo Duno News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 22

Reds Prospect Alfredo Duno Takes Important Step Forward During Productive Season

Alfredo Duno gave the Cincinnati Reds plenty to like at the plate this season. But his progress behind the dish could be just as important to his future.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 22

Reds Star Tabbed 'Player to Watch' Over Last Few Games of 2026 Season

The Cincinnati Reds have been disappointing this year and they're going to finish the season below .500 despite a few tremendous seasons from their best players.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Viral Sports News / September 21

Cincinnati Reds Land Brutal Reality Check From Team Legend

Hall of Famer Barry Larkin said Sunday the Cincinnati Reds remain well behind the National League’s top clubs after a 9-1 home loss to the Chicago Cubs closed the team’s final homestand of 2026.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 20

Barry Larkin Delivers a Blunt Message About the Reds That Fans Have Every Right to Agree With

After the Reds fell to the Cubs 9-1 on Sunday, Barry Larkin said what plenty of Cincinnati Reds fans have been thinking for a long time. Things have to change.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 20

Baseball America Gives Reds Farm System a D, but the Grade Doesn’t Tell the Whole Story

The Cincinnati Reds farm system received an unfortunate grade from a highly touted publication called Baseball America. The grade does not tell the whole story.

Rhett Lowder News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 20

Reds Finish Home Slate of 2026 Season With Disappointing 9-1 Loss to Cubs

Sunday was the final home game for the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park for the 2026 season. The outcome was one that summed up this entire season for the Reds.

Chase Burns News / Field Level Media / September 20

Reds All-Star RHP Chase Burns (groin) to miss rest of season

Reds right-hander Chase Burns' breakout season is over after Cincinnati placed him on the 15-day injured list with a right groin strain Sunday, retroactive to Saturday.

Cincinnati Reds 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.

Reds Claim Oswaldo Cabrera

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T.J. Friedl News / Field Level Media / September 19

Reds option OF TJ Friedl to Triple-A after continued struggles

The Cincinnati Reds optioned outfielder TJ Friedl to Triple-A Louisville in a series of moves Saturday. The Reds activated third baseman Oswaldo Cabrera and right-hander Zach McCambley, while right-hander Julian Aguiar also was optioned to Louisville.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Reds Claim Former Yankees Fan Favorite Off Waivers

With a little more than a week to go in the regular season, the Cincinnati Reds are bolstering their depth. On Friday, the Reds announced that they had claimed infielder/outfielder Oswaldo Cabrera off waivers from the New York Yankees.

Cincinnati Reds News / Yardbarker / September 17

Sal Stewart's 32nd home run cements his NL ROY campaign

Sal Stewart's 32nd home run of the season cements his NL Rookie of the Year campaign

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Sal Stewart crushed his 32nd home run and 109th RBI of the season against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday.

Munetaka Murakami breaks out of his slump leading White Sox over Tigers

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Andy Green: Jared Young has full use of extremities after collision

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Lou Gehrig News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Reds Star Elly De La Cruz Joins Yankees Legend in MLB History

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz joined New York Yankees legend Lou Gehrig in MLB history Wednesday night. De La Cruz reached base for the 23rd consecutive game during Cincinnati’s 6-2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Cincinnati Reds News / Larry Brown Sports / September 15

Notable update surfaces about Elly De La Cruz's future

Elly De La Cruz appears to be getting a wandering eye. The Cincinnati Reds star shortstop De La Cruz has “bigger ambitions” that being in Cincinnati long-term and wants to be in a winning situation, C.

Blake Dunn News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 15

Reds’ Blake Dunn To Undergo Ulnar Nerve Transposition Procedure

Reds outfielder Blake Dunn is scheduled to undergo an ulnar nerve transposition procedure tomorrow, per Mark Sheldon of MLB.com. It’ll be the second surgery in as many months for Dunn, who underwent an internal brace procedure to repair the ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow on Aug.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 15

Reds Not Expected To Make Leadership Changes

It’s been a dismal season for the Reds, but it doesn’t sound as though fans should brace for sweeping changes in the front office or the dugout. President

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 12

Brewers clinch playoff spot in historic fashion

Now locked into a playoff spot after an impressive win, the Milwaukee Brewers have reached an historic level of dominance in the final weeks of the regular season.

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Junior Caminero's walk-off homer beats Astros, sends Rays to playoffs

Phillies drop crucial game in playoff race after questionable decisions

Carlos Rodon, Yankees beat Mets on 25th anniversary of 9/11

Angels' Mike Trout ends hitting slump with first HR since August