Cincinnati Reds: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 22

How the Cincinnati Reds' 2026 Season Went Wrong Before It Even Began

Higher expectations were set going into this season for the Cincinnati Reds. They came fresh off their first playoff appearance in a full 162-game schedule since 2013.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 22

Reds Announce Roster Moves as Bullpen Takes Another Hit

The Cincinnati Reds have had to deal with plenty of injuries in the bullpen this season. On Tuesday, the team announced that right-hander Tony Santillan will be placed on the 15-day injured list with a left hip labral tear, ending his season.

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How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Cincinnati Reds News / Stadium Rant / September 22

Is Elly De La Cruz Baseball’s Next $700M Player?

Reports circulated earlier this month that the Cincinnati Reds had offered franchise cornerstone Elly De La Cruz a 13-year contract extension that would make him baseball’s third-ever $700M player.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Nick Krall News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 22

Nick Krall's Reds Tenure Comes Under More Scrutiny After Front Office Rumor

Cincinnati Reds' president of baseball operations Nick Krall has raised some eyebrows across the fanbase and around the league with his recent rumor stating that the team is keeping its current front office intact.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / September 22

What’s on the line for the Cincinnati Reds in the season’s final week

The Cincinnati Reds head into the final week of their disastrous 2026 regular season at 72-84 overall. Technically, this club could still find a way to make it to 90 losses overall for the season, so at least there is that for them to play.

Alfredo Duno News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 22

Reds Prospect Alfredo Duno Takes Important Step Forward During Productive Season

Alfredo Duno gave the Cincinnati Reds plenty to like at the plate this season. But his progress behind the dish could be just as important to his future.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 22

Reds Star Tabbed 'Player to Watch' Over Last Few Games of 2026 Season

The Cincinnati Reds have been disappointing this year and they're going to finish the season below .500 despite a few tremendous seasons from their best players.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 21

Reds Begin Final Road Trip of 2026 With Three-Game Series vs. Braves

The Cincinnati Reds finished the home slate of their 2026 season with a brutal 9-1 loss to the Chicago Cubs. With the win, the Cubs would also take their final series against the Reds.

Joey Votto News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 21

Joey Votto Backs Barry Larkin's Controversial Comments About Reds Front Office

The Cincinnati Reds are going to finish below .500 this season and the fans are seemingly putting the blame on anybody they can. They've blamed the players for struggling to produce.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 20

Baseball America Gives Reds Farm System a D, but the Grade Doesn’t Tell the Whole Story

The Cincinnati Reds farm system received an unfortunate grade from a highly touted publication called Baseball America. The grade does not tell the whole story.

Rhett Lowder News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 20

Reds Finish Home Slate of 2026 Season With Disappointing 9-1 Loss to Cubs

Sunday was the final home game for the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park for the 2026 season. The outcome was one that summed up this entire season for the Reds.

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Chase Burns News / Field Level Media / September 20

Reds All-Star RHP Chase Burns (groin) to miss rest of season

Reds right-hander Chase Burns' breakout season is over after Cincinnati placed him on the 15-day injured list with a right groin strain Sunday, retroactive to Saturday.

Cincinnati Reds News / Viral Sports News / September 20

Cincinnati Reds Part Ways With Long-Time MLB Veteran

The Cincinnati Reds designated outfielder TJ Friedl for assignment Sunday, ending a six-year major-league run that began with his September 2021 debut and once made him a fixture in center field and the leadoff spot.

Cincinnati Reds News / Yardbarker / September 20

Reds designate TJ Friedl for assignment after rough stretch

The 2026 MLB season did not go the way that the Cincinnati Reds had hoped it would. Several key players took a step back, causing Cincinnati to miss the postseason for the fifth time in seven seasons. One player that took a major step back was outfielder TJ Friedl.

Reds Claim Oswaldo Cabrera

Elly De La Cruz Is a Superstar

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Cincinnati Reds News / Viral Sports News / September 19

Cincinnati Reds Announce Decision on 27-Year-Old Infielder

The Cincinnati Reds activated versatile infielder Oswaldo Cabrera on Saturday, putting him on the active roster a day after claiming him off waivers from the New York Yankees, via the MLB transaction log.

T.J. Friedl News / Field Level Media / September 19

Reds option OF TJ Friedl to Triple-A after continued struggles

The Cincinnati Reds optioned outfielder TJ Friedl to Triple-A Louisville in a series of moves Saturday. The Reds activated third baseman Oswaldo Cabrera and right-hander Zach McCambley, while right-hander Julian Aguiar also was optioned to Louisville.

Cincinnati Reds News / Field Level Media / September 18

Eugenio Suarez, Jose Trevino fuel Reds’ comeback win over Cubs

The Cincinnati Reds scored three times in the sixth inning in a back-and-forth 6-4 win over the visiting Chicago Cubs on Friday. Starting pitcher Chase Burns allowed two runs on four hits and struck out four in three innings for the Reds (72-82).

MLB News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Reds Claim Former Yankees Fan Favorite Off Waivers

With a little more than a week to go in the regular season, the Cincinnati Reds are bolstering their depth. On Friday, the Reds announced that they had claimed infielder/outfielder Oswaldo Cabrera off waivers from the New York Yankees.

Cincinnati Reds News / Yardbarker / September 17

Sal Stewart's 32nd home run cements his NL ROY campaign

Sal Stewart's 32nd home run of the season cements his NL Rookie of the Year campaign

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Sal Stewart crushed his 32nd home run and 109th RBI of the season against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday.

Munetaka Murakami breaks out of his slump leading White Sox over Tigers

Why David Cone is worried about Aaron Judge after latest setback

Andy Green: Jared Young has full use of extremities after collision

Watch: Umpire avoids potential serious injury after a Junior Caminero foul ball

Report: Sonny Gray could pull a shocker this offseason

Four managerial fits for MLB teams that could make a change

Lou Gehrig News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Reds Star Elly De La Cruz Joins Yankees Legend in MLB History

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz joined New York Yankees legend Lou Gehrig in MLB history Wednesday night. De La Cruz reached base for the 23rd consecutive game during Cincinnati’s 6-2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Cincinnati Reds News / Larry Brown Sports / September 15

Notable update surfaces about Elly De La Cruz's future

Elly De La Cruz appears to be getting a wandering eye. The Cincinnati Reds star shortstop De La Cruz has “bigger ambitions” that being in Cincinnati long-term and wants to be in a winning situation, C.

Blake Dunn News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 15

Reds’ Blake Dunn To Undergo Ulnar Nerve Transposition Procedure

Reds outfielder Blake Dunn is scheduled to undergo an ulnar nerve transposition procedure tomorrow, per Mark Sheldon of MLB.com. It’ll be the second surgery in as many months for Dunn, who underwent an internal brace procedure to repair the ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow on Aug.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 15

Reds Not Expected To Make Leadership Changes

It’s been a dismal season for the Reds, but it doesn’t sound as though fans should brace for sweeping changes in the front office or the dugout. President

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 12

Brewers clinch playoff spot in historic fashion

Now locked into a playoff spot after an impressive win, the Milwaukee Brewers have reached an historic level of dominance in the final weeks of the regular season.

Brewers have been Pete Crow-Armstrong's kryptonite

Junior Caminero's walk-off homer beats Astros, sends Rays to playoffs

Phillies drop crucial game in playoff race after questionable decisions

Carlos Rodon, Yankees beat Mets on 25th anniversary of 9/11

Angels' Mike Trout ends hitting slump with first HR since August

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / September 10