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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 7

Why the Reds Could Target Pitching Early in the MLB Draft

The 2026 MLB Draft will take place on July 11th and 12th in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Cincinnati Reds will pick 18th. ESPN's Kiley McDaniel recently asked if the Reds will use their first pick to help replenish the pitching depth in their farm system.

Kyle Schwarber News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 7

Kyle Schwarber Reflects on Honest Conversations With the Reds in Free Agency

While Kyle Schwarber didn't ultimately sign with the Reds, they clearly made an impression on him in the offseason. Speaking ahead of Philadelphia's three-game series with the Reds, Schwarber reflected on his conversations with Cincinnati, saying the organization was genuinely serious about bringing him back home.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 7

Absolutely Biggest Need the Cincinnati Reds Must Address in the MLB Draft

Some folks in the Cincinnati Reds fan base may have you believe that the 2026 season is already over. Well, those people are probably right. After a downright

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MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 7

Cincinnati Reds Look to Get Season Back on Track in Three-Game Series vs Philadelphia Phillies

The Cincinnati Reds are preparing for a three -game series against the Philadelphia Phillies in what will be the Reds' penultimate series before the All-Star Break.

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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.

Tyler Stephenson News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 6

Reds Catcher Tyler Stephenson Is Heating Up at the Perfect Time

While players like Elly De La Cruz and Sal Stewart seem to get all the attention around Baseball for the Cincinnati Reds (and rightly so), Tyler Stephenson has found his swing, and the rewards are adding up.

Chase Burns News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 6

Reds Ace Chase Burns Ranks Among the Best Starting Pitchers in MLB

To begin the year for the Cincinnati Reds, they were dealt the crushing news that their ace, Hunter Greene, would be out for about half the season with elbow surgery.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 6

The Biggest MLB Draft Busts in Cincinnati Reds History

The Cincinnati Reds are having a season to forget as they will enter the MLB All-Star break with a losing record. After a postseason berth last season, the hope was that the 2026 season would be more than a playoff appearance.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 6

MLB Insider Believes the Blue Jays Should Target This Reds Slugger

The Cincinnati Reds beat the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday afternoon to improve to 41-48 on the season. Unless the Reds win about 10 straight games, they're likely to be sellers at MLB's trade deadline, which is less than a month away.

Cincinnati Reds News / Just Baseball / July 6

Héctor Rodríguez Has Little Left to Prove in Triple-A

As the calendar flips over to July and the summer sun continues to beat across each major league stadium, the Cincinnati Reds aren’t quite able to enjoy the bright months ahead.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 6

The Reds Have a Product Problem and So Does Major League Baseball

Fourth of July and Major League Baseball should be synonymous with each other, or at least, I shouldn't have to question how synonymous they are with each other.

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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 / Field Level Media / July 5

Reds halt recent home woes, salvage series finale vs. O's

Spencer Steer hit a two-run home run to help the Cincinnati Reds snap a six-game home losing streak with a 3-2 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 5

Best MLB Draft Picks in Cincinnati Reds History

Given the way the 2026 season has gone for the Cincinnati Reds, it's never too early for the fan base to look ahead toward the future. Will the team be buying or selling at the trade deadline?

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Hunter Greene News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 5

Why Hunter Greene's 2026 Debut Was More Encouraging Than It Looked

Hunter Greene made his long-awaited debut for the 2026 season on Saturday for the Cincinnati Reds. While the Reds' season is spiraling, seeing their All-Star starter brought just a bit of optimism for the remainder of the season, until it did not.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 4

Reds ace Hunter Greene struggles in 2026 debut

The Cincinnati Reds' best pitcher, Hunter Greene, made his regular season debut Saturday. It just did not go as he or the Reds may have hoped.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Viral Sports News / July 4

Reds’ Stunning Elly De La Cruz Trade Rumors Receive Clear Update

The Cincinnati Reds have certainly been a disappointment this season. After making the playoffs last year, the Reds are currently 40-47 and sit in last place in the NL Central.

Alfredo Duno News / Just Baseball / July 4

From Behind the Plate: The Defensive Development of Alfredo Duno

Sitting across from Alfredo Duno, you’d never know what a blur the last several years have been. The Venezuela native flashes a grin, followed by a firm handshake.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 4

Reds Activate Hunter Greene, Designate Will Benson

Hunter Greene is ready for his 2026 debut, as the Reds officially activated the right-hander from the 60-day injured list in advance of his planned start tonight against the Orioles. In corresponding moves, Cincinnati designated outfielder Will Benson for assignment and optioned right-hander Chase Petty to Triple-A.

Hunter Greene News / Field Level Media / July 3

Reds RHP Hunter Greene (elbow) making season debut Saturday

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Hunter Greene will make his season debut on Saturday night against the Baltimore Orioles. Greene has been sidelined since undergoing surgery in March to remove bone chips from his pitching elbow.

Ke'Bryan Hayes News / Athlon Sports / July 3

Reds Announce Positive Injury News Before Orioles Series

The Cincinnati Reds received encouraging injury news Friday, assigning third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes to High-A Dayton for a rehab assignment ahead of their series opener against the Baltimore Orioles. The move represents an important step toward Hayes' return after he had been sidelined for more than a month with a back injury.