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Andrew Abbott News / Field Level Media / July 3

Reds, Andrew Abbott carry confidence into series opener vs. Phillies

Andrew Abbott has been one of the best pitchers in the National League this season, but he knows he still has room for improvement. Abbott will get the nod for the Cincinnati Reds on Friday afternoon when they open a three-game road series against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 3

Cincinnati Reds Manager Terry Francona Provides Injury Update on Veteran

Spencer Steer was hit by a pitch in the first game against the Red Sox on Wednesday. He stayed in the game, but was scratched from the lineup in game two.

Noelvi Marte News / Red Reporter / July 3

Noelvi Marte’s imminent return puts Reds roster on notice

Who’s going to play? And where? Christian Encarnacion-Strand knocked a baseball completely out of Fenway Park on Wednesday night, doing so with the bases loaded and the Cincinnati Reds teetering on the edge of being swept by the Boston Red Sox.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 3

Six Cincinnati Reds Prospects Featured in Updated MLB Pipeline List

The Cincinnati Reds farm system went through a bit of a transition recently. With the promotions of Elly De La Cruz, Matt McLain, Andrew Abbott, Noelvi Marte, and more, the farm system got a lot younger.

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Who should be the starting MLB All-Stars at every position?

The starting lineups for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game are set to be revealed on July 6. While the fans have their say for the starting lineups, the most deserving All-Star starters could be very different than the actual starters.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 3

Cincinnati Reds Minor League Recap: Top Performances from July 2, 2025

Four Cincinnati Reds minor league affiliates were in action on Wednesday. Here is how their top prospect performed: Louisville Bats (36-47) Lost 3-2 Francisco Urbaez went 3-5.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 3

Reds’ Matt McLain earns Terry Francona’s praise for ‘winning baseball’ play

In a much-needed 8-4 win to avoid a sweep in their three-game series against the Boston Red Sox, the Cincinnati Reds witnessed a defining moment from shortstop

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 2

Terry Francona, Christian Encarnacion-Strand, and Nick Martinez React to Comeback Win Over Red Sox

The Cincinnati Reds beat the Boston Red Sox 8-4 on Wednesday night behind Christian Encarnacion-Strand's first grand slam of his career. With the Reds trailing 3-0 in the seventh inning, Encarnacion-Strand hit a towering, 439 foot grand slam to give the Reds a 4-3 lead.

Christian Encarnacion-Strand News / Field Level Media / July 2

Christian Encarnacion-Strand's slam sends Reds past Red Sox

Christian Encarnacion-Strand's seventh-inning grand slam sparked a Cincinnati comeback as the visiting Reds defeated the Boston Red Sox 8-4 in the finale of a three-game series on Wednesday night.

Francisco Lindor News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 2

Reds fans can’t believe Francisco Lindor got All-Star starter nod over Elly De La Cruz

Players around the league are being named to the All-Star team with the MLB All-Star Game right around the corner. However, Cincinnati Reds’ shortstop Elly De La Cruz was somehow not named the starter for the NL.

Spencer Steer News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 2

Cincinnati Reds Starter Scratched From Lineup After Suffering Injury

Spencer Steer planned to play against the Red Sox after being hit by a pitch on Wednesday afternoon, but the veteran was scratched from the lineup. Steer got hit in the right hand by a pitch.

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INSTANT REACTION: Bullpen Falters Late, Reds Fall to Red Sox 5-3

CINCINNATI -- The Reds bullpen put up a valiant effort Wednesday afternoon against the Boston Red Sox, but right-handed reliever Lyon Richardson allowed two two-out game-winning runs in the bottom of the eighth in a 5-3 loss.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 2

Jim Day Provides Injury Update on Pair of Key Reds Pitchers

During Tuesday's game against the Boston Red Sox, Jim Day provided an injury update on pitchers Hunter Greene and Graham Ashcraft. Greene threw 20 pitches in a live bullpen session off the mound and faced five batters.

Yosver Zulueta News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 2

Report: Cincinnati Reds Add 27th Man for Game Two Against Red Sox

The Reds are calling up Yosver Zulueta to be their 27th man for game two against the Red Sox on Wednesday, according to Charlie Goldsmith. Zulueta has appeared in two games for Cincinnati this year, allowing one run over 2 1/3 innings.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 2

Report: Cincinnati Reds Sign 17-Year-Old French Outfielder to Deal

The Cincinnati Reds have signed 17-year-old French outfielder/first baseman Jordan Ouanyou from France, according to Ben Badler of Baseball America. The 17-year-old slashed .421/.520/.684 in the under-18 European Championship last year.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 2

Reds Name Starter For Suspended Game Against Red Sox

The Cincinnati Reds will resume Tuesday's suspended game on Wednesday with Sam Moll on the mound. Moll was called up on Tuesday. The left-hander has given up four runs in two innings of work with Cincinnati this season.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 2

Cincinnati Reds Could Add Another Ace-Level Pitching Prospect in the 2025 MLB Draft

There are a couple of names to know when it comes to the Cincinnati Reds’ first round pick in the 2025 MLB Draft. One of them is the best prep pitcher out there, assuming he falls to Cincinnati’s spot.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 2

Three Players the Cincinnati Reds Should Target Ahead of Trade Deadline

The Cincinnati Reds find themselves in an odd spot. As of July 1st, they find themselves three games over .500, but are 5.5 games out of the NL Central and 2.5 games out of a Wild Card spot.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 2

Red Sox, Reds ready to resume suspended game in 4th inning

The Boston Red Sox and visiting Cincinnati Reds will complete their three-game interleague series with a full Wednesday of action, picking up their suspended game from Tuesday night before playing their regularly scheduled evening contest.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / July 1

Cincinnati Reds Roster Moves 7/1/25

The Cincinnati Reds lost last night to the Red Sox 13-6 in the first of three at Fenway. With a depleted bullpen, the Reds have announced a flurry of moves ahead of tonight’s game with Boston.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 1

Reds select Sam Benschoter

The Reds announced Tuesday that they’ve selected the contract of right-hander Sam Benschoter from Triple-A Louisville. Cincinnati also recalled southpaw Sam Moll from Louisville.