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Reds Could Look Into Upgrade at Utility Man Position

It’s no secret that in the modern game of baseball, versatility is critical to a team’s success. Managers and front offices like working with flexible lineups that can fit the matchup as best as possible, and utility men are becoming more and more valuable.

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Cincinnati Reds Prospect Homers in Dominican Winter League Game

Cincinnati Reds prospect Carlos Jorge homered in the Dominican Winter League for the Gigantes del Cibao on Monday night. Jorge is Cincinnati's No. 22 ranked prospect.

Matt McLain News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 22

Matt McLain Still Key Part of Reds’ Future Plans Despite 2025 Struggles

After missing the entire 2024 season due to a shoulder injury he sustained in spring training, Matt McLain was expected to be a huge part of the Reds' offense in 2025.

Cam Collier News / Red Reporter / October 22

Cam Collier lighting up Arizona Fall League play

Cam Collier’s 2025 season could not have begun in more frustrating fashion. In just the first week of March, he tore the UCL in his left thumb while tagging out a baserunner in Cactus League play in Arizona during spring training, an injury that required surgery and over a month of rehab.

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Angel Salio News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 22

Reds' Dominican Summer League Prospect Impresses in First Season

The Cincinnati Reds signed 18 players during the first week of the International Signing period in 2025. Angel Salio was originally tied to the Colorado Rockies, but changed at the last minute to sign with the Reds.

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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.

Cam Collier News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 21

What Cincinnati Reds Can Expect From Former First-Round Pick in 2026

Cam Collier is one of my favorite prospects in the Reds Minor League system. His smooth swing from the left side generates a ton of power to all fields.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 20

Former Cincinnati Reds Catcher Signs Extension To Remain With Tigers Organization

Former Cincinnati Reds catcher Bryan Pena, agreed to a two-year extension with the Detroit Tigers and will return as a minor league manager, according to Francys Romrero.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 20

Cincinnati Reds Fans Deserve That October Feeling Again

CINCINNATI -- Friday night, I was lying in bed in my hotel room in Louisville, Kentucky. Knowing I wouldn't sleep well the night before I was about to run a half-marathon.

Ryan Vilade News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 20

Former Rockies' Top Prospect Could Fill Utility Role For Reds in 2026

When the Cincinnati Reds acquired Ryan Vilade on June 14, the move did not move the needle much in the eyes of the fan base. Despite that, Vilade quietly put together an excellent season in Triple-A Louisville.

Rhett Lowder News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 20

Reds Pitcher Rhett Lowder Continues Comeback with Second Arizona Fall League Start

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Rhett Lowder made his second start in the Arizona Fall League over the weekend. The right-hander gave up one run on two hits in two innings of work.

Rece Hinds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 18

Reds Shouldn't Give Up on Promising Prospect, Despite Disappointing Numbers in 2025

Rece Hinds did not get much playing time in 2025. Last season, Hinds won National League Player of the Week during his first week in Major League Baseball.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 17

Three Cincinnati Reds Prospects Shine In Arizona Fall League Game

Three Cincinnati Reds' prospects had great performances during Friday's game in the Arizona Fall League. The Peoria Javelinas defeated the Salt River Rafters 11-4.

Elly De La Cruz News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 17

Reds' plan for Elly De La Cruz revealed amid fielding issues

Elly De La Cruz has led the league in errors the past two seasons, but the Reds intend to keep him at shortstop, at least for the time being.

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MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 17

Phillies Expected to Trade or Release Former Cincinnati Reds Outfielder

The Phillies are expected to trade or release veteran and former Cincinnati Reds outfielder Nick Castellanos, according to Matt Gelb of The Athletic. The 33-year-old spent the 2020 and 2021 seasons with Cincinnati, slashing .284/.343/.550 with 100 extra-base hits in 198 games.

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Nick Martinez News / Last Word On Sports / October 16

Reds Face Decision on Maintaining Versatile Pitcher This Offseason

After a two-year stint with the Cincinnati Reds, Nick Martinez is entering free agency. Many are clamoring for the Reds to retain his services, while others are comfortable in letting him walk.

MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 15

Cincinnati Reds Lose Key Piece of Coaching Staff to Arizona Diamondbacks

The Cincinnati Reds are losing a key part of their coaching staff to the Arizona Diamondbacks. Cincinnati's third-base coach J.R. House is heading to Arizona to be their third-base coach, according to AZCentral's Nick Piecoro.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 15

Former Coach Reveals Reds Ownership Made Surprising Move During COVID

The Cincinnati Reds ownership group, the Castellinis, catch a lot of heat from fans, including me at times. However, when I had the chance to interview former Reds Pitching Director Kyle Boddy on Tuesday, he told a story that many of the fans or I had never heard before regarding the Castellinis.

Cincinnati Reds News / Fastball on SI / October 14

These 3 Teams Should Be All In On Hunter Greene If Reds Trade Rumor Has Legs

A bit of trade buzz surrounding Cincinnati Reds ace Hunter Greene has the potential to turn the Major League Baseball offseason upside-down. In a recent

Kyle Schwarber News / Yardbarker / October 15

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Chase Burns News / Last Word On Sports / October 13

Chase Burns First Impression With The Reds

Chase Burns just wrapped up his first stint as a big leaguer for the Cincinnati Reds. The second overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft struggled a bit in a 13-game stint.

Cincinnati Reds News / Last Word On Sports / October 9

Looking Back on Matt McLain’s 2025 Season

This season, Cincinnati Reds second baseman Matt McLain saw his first regular big league action since his 2023 rookie campaign.. He logged an impressive 147 games, but his performance was anything but.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 8

Emilio Pagan interested in returning to Cincinnati

After recording a career-high 32 saves in 2025, right-hander Emilio Pagán has expressed interest in rejoining the Cincinnati Reds. “I’d love to be back and run it back with them and take another run at it,” Pagán told Gordon Wittenmyer of the Cincinnati Enquirer.

Cincinnati Reds News / Just Baseball / October 6

What We Learned From the 2025 Cincinnati Reds’ Season

For the first time since the 2020 season, and the first time in a full season since 2013, the Cincinnati Reds made the playoffs. Sure, the Mets helped them get there, and the Reds extended their playoff series win drought to over 30 years, but there’s still plenty to celebrate.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 4

Longtime catcher Curt Casali retires, joins Reds front office

In a move that wasn’t publicly reported earlier this season, longtime catcher Curt Casali retired and took a job in the Reds front office, Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

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