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Chase Burns News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / April 5

Chase Burns Dominates: Instant Takeaways From Reds' Win, Series Sweep of Rangers

Despite scoring just nine runs in three games against the Texas Rangers this weekend, the Reds still took all three games from a team that won the World Series just three years ago.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / April 5

Electric Cincinnati Reds arms complete sweep of Texas Rangers

Chase Burns got the start for the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday in Arlington as the good guys looked to complete the three-game sweep of the Texas Rangers.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / April 5

Terry Francona Reveals Silver Lining for Reds After Nick Lodolo Injury

The Cincinnati Reds came into spring training with the belief that they had one of the best and deepest pitching rotations in all of baseball. Fortunately for the Reds, the depth in their rotation is the real deal because they've been without Hunter Greene and Nick Lodolo to begin their season.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / April 5

Cincinnati Reds Struck Gold With $15 Million Offseason Signing

The Cincinnati Reds made a few additions to their roster early in the offseason by acquiring players like Dane Myers and JJ Bleday. They also added players like Pierce Johnson, Brock Burke, and Caleb Ferguson to their bullpen.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / April 5

Reds look to sweep Rangers with Chase Burns on the mound

The Cincinnati Reds powered their way to victory on Friday in the series opener against the Texas Rangers, with 2-run blasts by Spencer Steer and Tyler Stephenson fueling the 5-3 victory.

MLB News / Inside The Diamonds / April 5

Takeaways from Cincinnati’s 2-0 Shutout Win over Texas

It felt like one of those early-season games that tells you a little more than the standings do. On April 4 in Arlington, the Cincinnati Reds walked into Globe Life Field.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 5

Former No. 2 overall draft picks duel as Reds, Rangers wrap series

The future may be now for Cincinnati Reds right-hander Chase Burns. The 23-year-old took a no-hitter into the fifth inning in his first start of the season before giving up one hit, walking three and striking out seven in a 2-0 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday.

Rhett Lowder News / ESPN / April 5

Rookie Lowder sets Reds record with 1.30 ERA

Reds rookie pitcher Rhett Lowder lowered his career ERA to 1.30, the lowest for a Reds pitcher through eight career starts since 1913.

Rhett Lowder News / Field Level Media / April 4

Reds' starter Rhett Lowder, 3 relievers combine to blank Rangers

Rhett Lowder pitched six shutout innings to lead the Cincinnati Reds to a 2-0 win over the Texas Rangers Saturday in Arlington, Texas. Lowder (1-0) allowed three hits, walked two and struck out four in 82 pitches.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Spencer Steer News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / April 4

Spencer Steer’s Struggles Are Concerning for Cincinnati Reds Amid Mounting Issues

Through the first six games of the season, we had seen concerning trends from the Cincinnati Reds. Bullpen issues, TJ Friedl's struggling bat and not so great fielding were three noteworthy takeaways.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / April 4

Reds Minor League System Endures Brutal Friday Night

All four Cincinnati Reds' minor league affiliates were in action on Friday night. They posted a 1-3 record, collectively. Here's a breakdown of all four games: The Bats dropped their third consecutive game on Friday, after starting the season winning three straight.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / April 4

Reds 28-Year-Old Flamethrower Already Emerging as Breakout Star

The Cincinnati Reds made a few notable additions to their roster this offseason, with three of their biggest additions being to the bullpen. They added Brock Burke, Pierce Johnson, and Caleb Ferguson.

Sal Stewart News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / April 4

Projecting a Possible Sal Stewart Contract Extension With the Cincinnati Reds

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Sal Stewart has lit the baseball world on fire with his incredible production to begin the season this year. He's 9-for-23 with three doubles and two home runs through seven games.

Cincinnati Reds News / Just Baseball / April 4

Top Storylines To Follow in the Reds’ Farm System

The minor league season will be in full swing starting this weekend, as the lower minors begin their schedules. The Cincinnati Reds might not have a top-tier farm system, but they are considered by most to be around the middle of the pack.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / April 3

Reds Floated as Trade Fit in Blockbuster Deal for Dream Outfield Addition

The Cincinnati Reds have a lot of talent on their roster, but their outfielders have struggled tremendously over the first few games of the season. Spencer Steer is struggling at the plate.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / April 3

You think there might be a new closer for the Cincinnati Reds this season

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Tyler Stephenson News / Field Level Media / April 3

Tyler Stephenson homer helps Reds spoil Rangers home opener

Tyler Stephenson belted a two-run homer in the ninth inning, helping the Cincinnati Reds spoil the Texas Rangers' home opener with a 5-3 victory on Friday afternoon in Arlington, Texas.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 3

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Sal Stewart News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 2

Sal Stewart, Reds Open To Extension Talks

The annual crop of spring/early-season extensions is still ongoing, and while the Reds and young slugger Sal Stewart haven’t yet had any substantial talks about a deal, Stewart tells Gordon Wittenmyer of the Cincinnati Enquirer that he’s open to discussing a long-term pact.