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The Cincinnati Reds avoided arbitration and agreed to terms with Gavin Lux, TJ Friedl, and Will Benson, according to The Enquirer's Gordon Wittenmyer. Gavin Lux's deal is reportedly worth $5.525 million.

Spencer Steer News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 8

Cincinnati Reds Reach Deal With Key Player, Avoid Arbitration

The Cincinnati Reds have agreed to a $4 million deal with Spencer Steer to avoid arbitration. according to MLB.com's Mark Feinsand. Steer will be heading into his fifth season with Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / January 8

Cincinnati Reds arbitration filing deadline tracker

Today (Thursday the 8th of January) marks the deadline for arbitration-eligible MLB players and their teams to swap salary numbers for the 2026 season.

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The 'MLB Home Run Derby champions' quiz

MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?

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Michael Lorenzen News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 8

Former Cincinnati Reds Pitcher Signs With Colorado Rockies

Former Cincinnati Reds pitcher Michael Lorenzen has agreed to deal with the Colorado Rockies, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN.com. Lorenzen started 26 games for Kansas City last season.

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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 / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 8

Major Change Could Be Coming to Cincinnati Reds Television Broadcasts

It appears that the Reds may need to find a new television deal or bring the production in-house and have Major League Baseball run it, as they do for several teams.

Lyon Richardson News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 7

Reds Outright Lyon Richardson

The Reds announced that right-hander Lyon Richardson has been sent outright to Triple-A Louisville. That indicates he cleared waivers after being designated for assignment last month when Cincinnati acquired outfielder Dane Myers from the Marlins.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 7

Reds Announce Pair of Pitching Roster Moves

The Cincinnati Reds sent out right-handed pitcher Lyon Richardson to Triple-A Louisville on Wednesday after he was designated for assignment late last month and cleared waivers.

Keegan Thompson News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 7

Rockies Claim Keegan Thompson

The Rockies have claimed right-hander Keegan Thompson off waivers from the Reds, according to announcements from both clubs. Cincinnati had designated him for assignment last month.

Alfredo Duno News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 7

Cincinnati Reds Top Prospect Looks to Build on MVP Season

The Cincinnati Reds signed Alfredo Duno in 2023 at the start of the international signing period out of Venezuela. He debuted on the Reds' official top-30 rankings at 25.

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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 / Red Reporter / January 7

Cincinnati Reds links – FanDuel TV deal up in air for Reds

It’s almost impossible to talk about the Cincinnati Reds without talking about money. How much they have. How much they don’t. Who they could sign. Who they must deal away.

Christian Roa News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 7

Former Cincinnati Reds Prospect Signs With Houston Astros

Former Cincinnati Reds prospect Christian Roa has agreed to a minor league deal with the Houston Astros. Roa was drafted by the Reds in the second round of the 2020 MLB Draft out of Texas A&M.

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MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / January 8

Kyle Schwarber brutally rejected one team in free agency

Kyle Schwarber apparently was not at all interested in coming home.

Phillies prove desire to move on from Nick Castellanos with latest free-agent target

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Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / January 6

The Cincinnati Red most likely to be dealt before Opening Day is…

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Reds fans and fans across the country.

MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 6

Cincinnati Reds Odds to Win NL Central Better Than Expected

Slowly but surely, the 2026 MLB season is approaching. One sign that it draws near is that we are getting preseason odds on who will win each division.

Dane Myers News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 6

How Draft Day Took an Unexpected Turn for New Reds Outfielder Dane Myers

When I interview a player for the first time, one of my favorite questions is what their draft day was like. Usually, it's the feel-good story or the best day of their life.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 6

Cincinnati Reds Reveal Jersey Numbers for Newest Acquisitions

The Cincinnati Reds have released uniform numbers for two of their recent acquisitions from this offseason. At the end of 2025, the Reds made two moves.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / January 5

Is there a left-handed twist still up the Cincinnati Reds sleeve?

It isn’t exactly a who’s who of modern baseball sluggers, but it’s impossible not to notice a few specifics about the hitters the Cincinnati Reds had in 2025 and, conveniently for this article, no longer have.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 5

Cincinnati Reds Broadcaster Jeff Brantley Honored With Prestigious Award

Cincinnati Reds broadcaster Jeff Brantley was named the NSMA Ohio Sportscaster of the Year on Monday. The NMSA (National Sports Media Association) recognizes top sports media professionals annually in each state for their outstanding work in sports broadcasting and writing.

Cincinnati Reds News / Last Word On Sports / January 5

Reds 2026 Roster Expectation: Starting Lineup Edition

The new year is officially upon us, and the best holiday of all is slowly approaching. Opening day is now a few months away, and the fans in Reds Country are excited for a potential postseason birth once again.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 5

Cincinnati Reds Release List of Redsfest Attendees

CINCINNATI – Redsfest is right around the corner, Friday, January 16, 2026, to be exact, and the Reds have revealed the full cast that is participating.

MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 5

Former Reds Outfielder Claimed by Nationals

Former Cincinnati Reds outfielder Joey Wiemer is on the move again after being claimed by the Washington Nationals, according to Robert Murray of Fansided.

Rece Hinds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / January 5

Cincinnati Reds Have Decision to Make on Former Top Prospect

After breaking onto the scene in a big way before the All-Star break in 2024, Rece Hinds played in just 15 games with the Reds in 2025. Hinds had the best season of his career in Triple-A Louisville, slashing .302/.359/.563 with 52 extra-base hits and 21 stolen bases.