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A’s Release Scott Barlow

The Athletics have released veteran reliever Scott Barlow, per their transaction log at MLB.com. He was designated for assignment over the weekend. Barlow signed with the A’s on a one-year, $2MM deal back in early February.

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TJ Friedl’s time with the Cincinnati Reds is probably over

If you posted a .364 OBP during the 2025 Major League Baseball season, you were in pretty elite company. Among the 108 MLB players who logged at least 550 PA last season, that number would’ve sandwiched you right between perennial All Star Jose Ramirez (.360) and slugger Kyle Schwarber (.365).

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 25

Reds Potential Fire Sale Should Have Everyone Available but One Member of the Roster

The Cincinnati Reds were swept by the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday night, in a game that this fan base has seen far too many times. Just when they give you hope, the rug is pulled out from under you.

Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / June 25

Cincinnati Reds Notebook: Reds Swept at Home, Toglia Hits 19th in Louisville, & Position Change Coming for McLain?

The Cincinnati Reds hold a 37-42 record following the conclusion of their home series against the Milwaukee Brewers. The club was swept at Great American Ball Park.

Cam Schlittler News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers in the MLB Live-Ball Era (since 1920) to strike out at least 180 batters in their first 30 starts can you name in six minutes?

The 'MLB playoff debut strikeouts leaders' quiz

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The 'MLB all-time strikeout leaders' quiz

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 25

From Contenders to Bottom Feeders: Reds' Collapse Continues

Just seven weeks ago, the Cincinnati Reds looked like one of the best stories in baseball. They were 20-11 on April 30 and looked like they could make a legitimate run in the National League.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Chris Paddack News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 24

Chris Paddack Elects Free Agency

Veteran righty Chris Paddack elected free agency after being outrighted by the Reds, according to the MLB.com transaction tracker. Cincinnati designated him for assignment on Monday.

MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 24

Cincinnati Reds Fall to Milwaukee Brewers, Get Swept at Home for First Time Since 2024

The Cincinnati Reds fell to the Milwaukee Brewers 6-5 on Wednesday night at Great American Ballpark. With the loss, the Reds fell to 37-42 and still sit in last place in the NL Central, 12 games behind the first-place Milwaukee Brewers.

Matt McLain News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 24

Cincinnati Reds Infielder Matt McLain Takes Reps at New Position

During Wednesday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers, Jim Day reported that Cincinnati Reds infielder Matt McLain started taking reps at center field on Tuesday.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 24

Reds Veteran Pitcher Elects Free Agency

If the times were any darker surrounding the Cincinnati Reds, there would be no fans left watching the games. On Tuesday, the Reds ensured they would lose their ninth straight series to the Milwaukee Brewers in front of the home crowd at Great American Ball Park.

MLB News / Red Reporter / June 24

Cincinnati Reds look to avoid being swept at home by Milwaukee Brewers

Per Baseball Reference, the two best starting pitchers (and two of the three most valuable overall members) on the Milwaukee Brewers are ace Jacob Misiorowski and lefty Kyle Harrison.

Hector Rodriguez News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 24

Hector Rodriguez Keeps Doing Everything He Can to Earn a Call-Up

About four years ago, around the trade deadline, the Reds traded outfielder Tyler Naquin to the New York Mets for Hector Rodriguez and Jose Acuna. Naquin was 31 at the time and hit .246 with an OPS of .749 during the 2022 season.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 24

Reds Playing Players Out of Position is One Major Ingredient to This Season's Failures

The Cincinnati Reds had a chance to change the trajectory of their season as the Milwaukee Brewers came into town for a massive National League Central battle.

Joey Votto News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 24

Joey Votto Is Going Out of His Way to Help a Reds Top Prospect

Cincinnati Reds legend Joey Votto spends some of his time living in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. Since he's close to Daytona, Votto has stopped by Jackie Robinson Ballpark numerous times to help prospects with the Daytona Tortugas.

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Hunter Greene News / Inside The Diamonds / June 24

Cincinnati Reds Notebook: Reds Bats Silenced, Elly Returns, and Greene Makes Rehab Start

The Cincinnati Reds currently hold a 37-41 record. They suffered a 2-0 shutout loss to the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday night. Star shortstop Elly De La Cruz returned from the injured list in the last 24 hours.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 24

Despite the Result, Reds May Have Found a Solid Piece in Bullpen With Julian Garcia

What started as a promising week for the Cincinnati Reds has turned into a feeling this fan base knows all too well. After picking up back-to-back series wins over the New York Mets and New York Yankees, it was time for the Reds to conquer their demons in the National League Central by finally slaying their beast known as the Milwaukee Brewers.

Emilio Pagan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 23

Reds get crucial Emilio Pagan injury update after Elly De La Cruz’s return

It was a tough blow for the Cincinnati Reds when they lost closer Emilio Pagán. Ditto for star shortstop Elly De La Cruz. However, the Reds got a crucial Pagán update after De La Cruz’s return to the lineup, according to MLB.com.

Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / June 23

Cincinnati Reds Roster Moves 06/23/2026

The Cincinnati Reds dropped an extra-inning game to the Milwaukee Brewers last night, which snapped their two-game winning streak. Ahead of tonight’s game, they are activating shortstop Elly De La Cruz from the injured list.

Cincinnati Reds News / Field Level Media / June 23

Reds activate SS Elly De La Cruz after first career stint on IL

The Cincinnati Reds activated two-time All-Star shortstop Elly De La Cruz from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday and optioned outfielder Will Benson to Triple-A Louisville.

Cincinnati Reds News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'MLB steals-leaders since 1990' quiz

How many of the players to lead Major League Baseball in stolen bases for each season since 1990 can you name in five minutes?

J.J. Bleday News / Just Baseball / June 23

Should the Reds Trade JJ Bleday?

The Cincinnati Reds snuck into the playoffs in 2025 after leaning heavily on their pitching staff and were quickly eliminated, as their offensive flaws were amplified.

Terry Francona News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 22

Reds’ Elly De La Cruz gets huge injury update from Terry Francona

With the Cincinnati Reds coming off the series against the New York Yankees, which they took two games out of the three, the team gets huge news regarding star Elly De La Cruz, who is dealing with a hamstring injury.

Elly De La Cruz News / Yardbarker / June 22

Reds get positive news on Elly De La Cruz’s status

The Cincinnati Reds have been without their two-time All-Star Elly De La Cruz all month, but that will change on Tuesday.

Reds' Sal Stewart becomes first MLB rookie to hit this RBI mark

Marcus Semien shares new Francisco Lindor warning for struggling Mets ahead of anticipated return

Red Sox's Willson Contreras conundrum thickens with reporter's latest input

Giants’ Bryce Eldridge has a strong case to win NL Rookie of the Year

Rafael Devers pinch-run fiasco another example of how Tony Vitello experiment is failing for Giants

The '2025 MLB stolen base leaders' quiz

Pierce Johnson News / Athlon Sports / June 22

Reds Announce Pierce Johnson News

The Cincinnati Reds are getting a key piece back in their bullpen. The Reds announced on Monday that they're activating right-handed reliever Pierce Johnson from the 15-day injured list and are selecting the contract of Julian Garcia from Triple-A Louisville.

Chris Paddack News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 22

Reds Designate Chris Paddack For Assignment

The Reds announced that right-hander Pierce Johnson has been reinstated from the 15-day injured list and that righty Julian Garcia has been selected to the roster.

Cincinnati Reds News / Just Baseball / June 22

The Reds’ Pitching Development Problem Is Starting To Show

After jumping out to a 20-11 record to begin the season, the Cincinnati Reds have taken a turn in the wrong direction, falling to 17-28 since the start of May.

Chase Burns News / Field Level Media / June 21

Chase Burns, Reds clinch road series win vs. Yankees

Chase Burns pitched five solid innings and extended his personal winning streak to eight games as the Cincinnati Reds recorded a 4-1 victory over the host New York Yankees on Sunday afternoon.

Chase Burns News / Field Level Media / June 21

With Chase Burns on mound, Reds in position to win series vs. Yankees

Even if the offense is not coming consistently, Sal Stewart still is driving in runs on a fairly regular basis. Coming off the most productive day of his brief career, Stewart hopes to help the Reds earn a series win when they visit the New York Yankees on Sunday afternoon.

Sal Stewart News / Yardbarker / June 20

Reds' Sal Stewart becomes first MLB rookie to hit this RBI mark

Rookie Sal Stewart has continued to be red-hot for the Cincinnati Reds, becoming the first MLB rookie to record 50 RBI this season. A huge accomplishment for the 22-year-old, who is among the favorites for the NL Rookie of the Year Award.

Sal Stewart, Reds break loose in rout over Yankees

Yankees minor leaguer cost his team a game with the most embarrassing effort

Cam Schlittler creates Yankees history in 13-strikeout performance

Three back-end relievers the Yankees should target at the MLB trade deadline

The '2025 MLB Opening Day managers' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 20

Cam Schlittler creates Yankees history in 13-strikeout performance

In leading the Yankees to a 5-0 shutout win over the Cincinnati Reds, Schlittler recorded a historic performance that the fans in attendance will always remember.

Reds ask Andrew Abbott to slow surging Yankees, Ben Rice

Cam Schlittler (13 Ks) stifles Reds in Yankees' eighth '26 shutout

Three back-end relievers the Yankees should target at the MLB trade deadline

The 'MLB all-time strikeout leaders' quiz

Cincinnati Reds News / Just Baseball / June 19

The Reds Have a Eugenio Suárez Problem

When Nick Krall and the Cincinnati Reds‘ front office issued a one-year deal to Eugenio Suárez this offseason, they expected to fortify their young lineup with an experienced power bat.