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Reds wallop Pirates to take three of four in series

Sal Stewart continued his rise up Cincinnati's all-time rookie leaderboard and ace Chase Burns allowed just one run and two hits over six innings as the Reds beat the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates 10-2 on Sunday.

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Reds Standout Preparing to Be Dealt Before Trade Deadline

As the Cincinnati Reds wrapped up a 10-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday afternoon, the usual clubhouse monitors that display the next day’s pitching matchups and schedule instead offered a simple message: “Enjoy your off day!” For many on the roster, however, the coming Monday off day carried far more weight than a chance to rest.

Terry Francona News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 2

Terry Francona's Trade Deadline Comments May Surprise Reds Fans

The Cincinnati Reds have looked like a completely different team since returning to action after the MLB All-Star Break. The team's 10-1 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday gave them their fourth series win since returning to regular season action.

Tyler Stephenson News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 2

Tyler Stephenson's Emotional Postgame Comments Will Hit Reds Fans Hard

Major League Baseball's Trade Deadline is less than 24 hours away and one of the names expected to be moved is Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson. Stephenson hit a home run in his first plate appearance as a Red and on Sunday, he went deep in the 8th inning in what could possibly be his last plate appearance wearing a Reds uniform.

Tarik Skubal News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Pitching Triple Crown winners' quiz

Winning the MLB pitching Triple Crown entails leading the league in wins, ERA (earned runs average) and strikeouts.How many of the pitchers in the live-ball era (since 1920) that accomplished this rare feat can you name?

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Chase Burns News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 2

Chase Burns sizzles, Offense Explodes in 10-2 Win Over Pirates on Sunday

The Reds piled on 10 runs on 10 hits in a demolition of the Pittsburgh Pirates, 10-2, Sunday afternoon at Great American Ball Park. With the win, the Reds take three out of four in the series and are now 53-58 on the season.

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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 / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 2

Reds Reportedly Open to Trading Three Position Players

Major League Baseball's Trade Deadline is just over 24 hours away. The Reds are likely to be sellers, but as of this moment, they've yet to make a move.

MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 2

Cincinnati Reds vs Pittsburgh Pirates Game Delayed on Sunday Afternoon

The Cincinnati Reds game against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday has been delayed. While it's not an official delay, the game has been paused for over 15 minutes due to field conditions.

Cincinnati Reds News / Larry Brown Sports / August 2

Reds received trade offer for Elly De La Cruz

At least one team is aiming very high ahead of the MLB trade deadline by trying to pry Elly De La Cruz away from the Cincinnati Reds. The Boston Red Sox made an offer to the Reds for De La Cruz, according to Sean McAdam of MassLive.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 2

Reds Pitching Reinforcements Take Another Step Toward Return

The Cincinnati Reds could be inching closer to getting two important left-handed pitchers back. Charlie Goldsmith of Charlie's Chalkboard reported that

MLB News / Red Reporter / August 2

Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates – Chase Burns vs. Mitch Keller

The Cincinnati Reds dropped Saturday night’s game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at home in Great American Ball Park, but on Sunday they’ve got their ace on the mound with the series victory in the balance.

Brandon Williamson News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 2

Brandon Williamson Makes First Rehab Start After Lengthy Time on Injured List

The Cincinnati Reds took the first two games of their series with the Pittsburgh Pirates before losing a rain-soaked nightmare on Saturday night. Right from the start, the weather played a factor in Reds starting pitcher Andrew Abbott's performance against the Pirates.

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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.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 2

Reds Tabbed Potential Landing Spot for Former No. 1 Overall Pick

The Cincinnati Reds will likely be sellers at the trade deadline and they have a few quality pieces they could move before the upcoming deadline. Players like Brady Singer and Tyler Stephenson make the most sense because they're on expiring contracts.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / August 2

How the MLB trade deadline is shaping up for the Cincinnati Reds

Well, it looks as if the Cincinnati Reds won’t be acquiring two-time American League Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal this deadline. The Los Angeles

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Elly De La Cruz News / Trade Talk Sports / August 2

Red Sox Took a Swing at Trading for Elly De La Cruz

The Boston Red Sox are looking to add before Monday’s trade deadline, and they aren’t being shy about it.

Red Sox promote power-hitting IF prospect Yoeilin Cespedes to Double-A Greenville

Red Sox could make controversial player available for trade

Red Sox top prospect Franklin Arias out of Triple-A lineup, signaling possible trade

Red Sox reportedly looking to trade outfielder Jarren Duran

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Steele Hall News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 2

5 Reds Prospects Earn Major Recognition After Breakout Season

The Cincinnati Reds may have a weaker farm system, ranking 25th in Baseball America's latest ranking, but they had several top prospects contribute to the team's Complex League team advancing to the Arizona Complex League championship series.

Cincinnati Reds News / Viral Sports News / August 2

Cincinnati Reds’ Elly De La Cruz Lands Massive Trade Update

The Cincinnati Reds have long viewed Elly De La Cruz as a foundational piece of their future, but trade speculation has swirled around the two-time All-Star for quite some time now.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 1

Red Sox reportedly checked on Reds stars ahead of trade deadline

The Boston Red Sox have explored a blockbuster trade for Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz, but the two clubs have not made meaningful progress toward an agreement.

Jarren Duran's antics only tank trade value further

Red Sox reportedly looking to trade outfielder Jarren Duran

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MLB News / Field Level Media / August 1

Pirates face Reds, aim to shake off 4th straight loss amid potentially damaging injury

The Cincinnati Reds used a late rally and timely hitting to claim their second consecutive win of their four-game series with the Pittsburgh Pirates, who will take the field Saturday facing an injury that could sideline a key contributor.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 31

Sal Stewart (4 RBIs), Reds rally late to knock off Pirates

Nathaniel Lowe's fielder's choice scored Sal Stewart in the eighth inning to lift the host Cincinnati Reds to an 8-7 comeback victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night.

Cincinnati Reds News / The Lead / July 31

Cincinnati Reds’ Sal Stewart Should Win MLB Rookie of the Year

The 2026 season hasn’t played out the way the Cincinnati Reds had hoped. Making the playoffs as a wild card last year, the expectation was to build off that momentum and make a push to win the NL Central.

Blake Dunn News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 31

Blake Dunn To Undergo Season-Ending Elbow Surgery

Reds outfielder Blake Dunn is done for the year. Manager Terry Francona tells Mark Sheldon of MLB.com that Dunn will undergo elbow surgery on Monday. The full details of the procedure won’t be known until it happens but Dunn won’t come back this year.

Brady Singer News / Athlon Sports / July 31

Brady Singer's Four-Seam Got Nastier and Better Located at the Same Time

Brady Singer's Turnaround Was Never About His Four-Seam. Here's What Actually Changed. Brady Singer has been one of the better stories in Cincinnati's rotation since June, and if you've seen a version of this story crediting his four-seam fastball, throw it out.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 31

Reds Getting Significant Interest In Hunter Greene

The Reds are drawing substantial interest in right-hander Hunter Greene, per reports from Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com and Buster Olney of ESPN.

Spencer Steer News / Yardbarker / July 27

Reds' Spencer Steer goes from potential trade candidate to landing on the shelf

He is expected to miss significant time.

Reds, Guardians renew Battle for Ohio Cup in Cincinnati

Reds push across three runs in 10th to knock off Cardinals

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Spencer Steer News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 26

Reds’ Spencer Steer Leaves Game Due To Wrist Injury

Second baseman Spencer Steer made an early exit from the Reds’ 5-3 win over the Cardinals today due to what the Reds officially described as “right wrist

Spencer Steer News / Yardbarker / July 24