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Former Dodgers catcher Ben Rortvedt claimed by NL Central team

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced that catcher Ben Rortvedt has been claimed off waivers.

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Will Reds Superstar Take Next Step in 2026?

The Cincinnati Reds had a very mid-year at the plate. Only a few players posted above-average years at the dish, with no one really going off. The man who led them for a good chunk of the year was Elly De La Cruz, albeit his year ended concerningly.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 13

Reds Add Experienced Voice From Divisional Opponent

The Cincinnati Reds announced on Thursday afternoon that they have named Oscar Marin as their new bullpen coach. Marin previously served as the Pittsburgh Pirates' pitching coach from 2020 to 2025.

Kyle Schwarber News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 13

Ohio Governor Mike Dewine Chimes in on Possible Reds Free Agent Target

Free agent Kyle Schwarber has been getting loads of attention this offseason. Ever since his comments back in July about how he would love to play for the Reds, fans have been hoping it could become a reality this offseason.

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Dave Hansen News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 13

Veteran Coach Leaves Reds for a Surprising New Role

Cincinnati Reds minor league hitting coordinator Dave Hansen is leaving the Reds. He is taking a job outside of Major League Baseball that will allow him to be closer to home and spend more time with his family, according to Charlie Goldsmith of Charlie's Chalkboard.

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Alfredo Duno News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 13

Two Reds Prospects Shine in Game One of Arizona Fall League Playoffs

Cincinnati Reds prospects Alfredo Duno and Leo Balcazar led the Javelinas to an 8-7 win in Game 1 of the Arizona Fall League Playoffs on Wednesday night.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 13

These Two Power Bats Have Been Linked to Reds in Free Agency

The Cincinnati Reds' offense has been severely lacking in the power department over the last few seasons. The team has not hit 200 or more home runs in a season since the 2021 season, when Joey Votto, Nick Castellanos, and Eugenio Suarez led the team in that category.

Andrew Abbott News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 12

Reds Pitcher Andrew Abbott Picks Up Major Award Recognition

The Cincinnati Reds were led to their first postseason appearance since 2020 by their starting rotation. Left-handed starter Andrew Abbott had a lot to do with that.

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Reds Insider Shares Disappointing News Ahead of Free Agency

There has been speculation that Kyle Schwarber could be interested in signing with the Reds this offseason ever since he spoke to reporters earlier this summer.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 12

Cincinnati Reds Claim Former Second Round Draft Pick Off Waivers

The Cincinnati Reds claimed catcher Ben Rortvedt off waivers from the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday. The 28-year-old was part of the 3-team trade that sent Zack Littell to the Reds at the trade deadline Rortvedt appeared in 18 games for the Dodgers in the 2025 season, slashing .224/309/.327 with three extra-base hits.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 12

Cincinnati Reds Emerge as Potential Suitor for Dominant Free Agent Arm

The Cincinnati Reds will likely need a new closer for the 2026 season with Emilio Pagan becoming a free agent. It's unlikely the Reds will be willing to pay what Pagan will be asking for in the open market.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 12

Reds' Krall further downplays chances of Hunter Greene trade

Reds president of baseball operations Nick Krall has already downplayed the idea of trading from his rotation this winter, but the fact that he didn’t expressly state he will not trade ace Hunter Greene led to some fan bases, and surely some rival teams, clinging to the faint hope that Cincinnati’s top starter might be available.

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T.J. Friedl News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 12

Will Cincinnati Reds Mainstay Take Step Back in 2026?

The Cincinnati Reds had a very mid-year at the plate. Only a few players posted above-average years at the dish, with no one really going off. TJ Friedl is the captain of the outfield and had a decent year getting on base.

Spencer Steer News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 12

Reds General Manager Brad Meador Hints at New Role for Spencer Steer in 2026

Spencer Steer is a key part of this Reds team and over the years, his versatility has been a plus. However, in 2025, he played primarily first base. Steer played 117 games at first base, 10 games in left field, one game in right field, and was the designated hitter in 17 games.

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Three Players Cincinnati Reds Should Target in Free Agency

The 2025 offseason may be one of the more pivotal offseasons in recent memory. The team has a nice crop of young talent with multiple years of team control, but some key players will soon be arbitration-eligible, so the time to make a serious push might be now.

Cincinnati Reds News / Yardbarker / November 11

Reds POBO addresses Hunter Greene trade rumors with cryptic answer

Will the Cincinnati Reds trade Greene this offseason if a tantalizing return package was offered?

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Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / November 11

Reds lose assistant pitching coach Simon Mathews to Nationals

Since taking over as the pitching coach/guru/director for the Cincinnati Reds, the club has consistently established itself as a pitching-first organization that’s earned quite the bit of respect around the league.

MLB News / Red Reporter / November 11

Offseason buy-low option for the Cincinnati Reds – Astros 1B Christian Walker

The run-around given to the media members covering the Cincinnati Reds from the front office early this offseason has pretty much dictate that the 2026 payroll is going to be just about the same as it was in 2025.

Hector Rodriguez News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / November 11

Reds Prospect Shines With Huge Night in Dominican Winter League

It was a big night in the Dominican Winter League for Reds prospect Hector Rodriguez. Rodriguez, who is playing for Leones del Escogido, played left field and went 2-3 with a home run.

Spencer Steer News / Last Word On Sports / November 11

Reds Have a Tough Call on Maintaining or Trading Utilityman

For three seasons now (excluding 28 games in 2022), Spencer Steer has been consistently penciled into the Cincinnati Reds lineup. With him set to make $4 million in 2026 in his first year of arbitration, some questions have arisen regarding his future with the team.

Gavin Lux News / Last Word On Sports / November 10

Lefty Outfielder Had an Underwhelming First Year for the Reds

For the first time in his career, Gavin Lux donned a uniform that isn’t Dodger blue, as he spent his first season with the Cincinnati Reds. Throughout the season, Lux received perhaps a bigger role than he expected.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 8

Francona: Reds unlikely to trade pitching assets

Manager Terry Francona is the latest member of Cincinnati’s organization to downplay the possibility of trading starting pitching.

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Chase Petty News / Last Word On Sports / November 6

What’s Next For Reds Prospect Chase Petty?

Reds 7th overall prospect Chase Petty is a name baseball fans have been accustomed to for a while now. From dominating high school hitters in the Tri State Area to becoming the Twins first round pick in 2021, to a main piece in Cincinnati’s minor league system via the Sonny Gray trade, he is still just 22 years-old.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 5

Are Reds saving big in hopes of pursuing Kyle Schwarber in free agency?

The Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday declined options on three players. Could this signal the team's interest in signing slugger Kyle Schwarber, one of the top free agents on the market this offseason?

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