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Playing GM: 2 Moves to Complete the Reds’ Roster for 2026

Fresh off a 2025 postseason appearance in which they were swept by the eventual World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers in the Wild Card Series, the Cincinnati Reds found themselves in a position where if they fill some key holes that the 2025 roster had, this team would be better positioned to make a playoff run.

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Community Prospect Rankings: #7 prospect in the Cincinnati Reds system

Cam Collier came off the board with the #6 ranking in this year’s Community Prospect Rankings of the top prospects in the Cincinnati Reds system, and is quite well deserving of the honor.

Terry Francona News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 19

Terry Francona and the Reds Need Ownership to Have Their Backs

CINCINNATI -- While at Redsfest this weekend-- which, if you haven't been, I highly recommend going. I paid close attention to the mood and vibe amongst the fans.

Pierce Johnson News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 19

How Emilio Pagán Played a Role in Pierce Johnson Joining Cincinnati Reds

Last week, the Cincinnati Reds signed Pierce Johnson to a one-year, $5.5 million deal. The deal helps the Reds' bullpen, but also reunites him with one of his best friends, Emilio Pagan.

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The 'MLB active RBI leaders' quiz

Can you name the active hitters with the most runs-batted-in in their career?

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The 'Active MLB doubles leaders' quiz

Cam Collier News / Red Reporter / January 19

Cam Collier is the #6 prospect in the Cincinnati Reds system!

It’s the dream of all baseball players to have a singular, meteoric rise from the moment they turn professional until their on top of the baseball world.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Cincinnati Reds News / Just Baseball / January 19

Top Notes From the Cincinnati Reds’ ZiPS Projections for 2026

The 2025 season was a rollercoaster for Cincinnati Reds fans. At times, this team looked like a surefire seller, and other times, it had the pitching to make a playoff run.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 17

Report: Multiple Teams Interested in Trading for Key Players on Reds Roster

The Cincinnati Reds have successfully added to their bullpen this offseason, but Nick Krall said last week that they are continuing to look for ways to improve their offense.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 17

Reds Receiving Trade Interest In Starting Pitchers

The Reds’ excellent rotation was the biggest reason behind the team’s return to the playoffs in 2025, and rival teams have taken notice of this talent

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 17

Reds Star Elly De La Cruz Reveals Status for World Baseball Classic

On Friday night at Redsfest, Elly De La Cruz revealed that he will not be playing in the World Baseball Classic, after originally committing to the event earlier in the offseason.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 17

Cincinnati Reds 2025 Draft Pick Opens Up on Tough Start to Professional Career

The Cincinnati Reds drafted Kien Vu out of Arizona State in the ninth round of the 2025 MLB draft. He was an All-American in college and put up excellent numbers offensively for a self-proclaimed defense-first player, batting .351 with a 1.062 OPS, 25 home runs, and 98 RBIs in his three years.

Edwin Arroyo News / Red Reporter / January 17

Community Prospect Rankings: #6 prospect in the Cincinnati Reds system

Edwin Arroyo has a chance to fight his way onto the Cincinnati Reds roster at some point in 2026, and his elite defense likely means he’ll stick there for quite some time.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 17

Why Elly De La Cruz Turned Down Reds Record Breaking Offer

On Friday evening, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reported that Reds superstar Elly De La Cruz turned down an offer that would have been the largest in franchise history.

Cincinnati Reds News / Last Word On Sports / January 17

Reds Roster Expectations: Starting Pitchers Edition

Amidst an offseason of trade rumors regarding Reds ace Hunter Greene, the rotation has remained largely the same. A few pieces here and there were changed, but the core of a proven, strong, starting rotation will once again toe the slab in Reds uniforms in 2026.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / January 17

The Reds tried, and failed, to sign Elly De La Cruz to a record contract

It is impossible to start this conversation without highlighting that the agent for Cincinnati Reds superstar, Scott Boras, has spent an entire generation advising his best and brightest stars to eschew contract offers early in their careers in pursuit of more money down the line in free agency.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 17

Cincinnati Reds Announce 2025 Organization Award Winners

On Friday night, the Cincinnati Reds announced the 2025 Team Award winners at Redsfest. Joe Nuxhall Good Guy Award: Emilio Pagán Johnny Vander Meer Outstanding

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 17

Cincinnati Reds Win Total Feels Lower Than Expected

We have another reminder of the season drawing near as FanDuel has released their over/under totals for each MLB team. FanDuel has the Reds over/under at 81.5, right now.

Cincinnati Reds News / Yardbarker / January 17

Reds star Elly De La Cruz turned down record contract extension

At 24, De La Cruz has put together an impressive resume in his three years in the big leagues.

Rays, Angels, Reds agree to three-team trade involving Gavin Lux

Mariners to acquire Yosver Zulueta from Reds

Reds add quality depth to bullpen in Pierce Johnson

Rockies deny pulling a petty move on infielder Kris Bryant

Ex-Astros champion announces his retirement from MLB

Cincinnati Reds News / Larry Brown Sports / January 17

Details emerge on Reds’ historic offer that Elly De La Cruz turned down

The Cincinnati Reds made Elly De La Cruz an unprecedented offer this week, but it was not enough to get him to sign on the dotted line.

Rays, Angels, Reds Agree To Three-Team Trade Involving Josh Lowe, Gavin Lux

Reds Designate Yosver Zulueta For Assignment

Reds add quality depth to bullpen in Pierce Johnson

25 current MLB players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The '2025 MLB stolen base leaders' quiz

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 16

Elly De La Cruz Declined Franchise-Record Offer From Reds In 2025

The Reds made an unsuccessful effort at locking up Elly De La Cruz last spring. While details were sparse at the time, president of baseball operations Nick Krall revealed today the team made an official offer that would have topped their 10-year, $225MM franchise-record deal with Joey Votto.