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On YouTubeCincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 9
After Difficult Week Off the Field, Pierce Johnson and Graham Ashcraft Deliver for Reds
The Cincinnati Reds finally ended their eight-game losing streak on Saturday when they took a 3-1 win over the Houston Astros behind a dominant pitching performance from Chase Burns and the Emilio Pagán-less bullpen.
Chase Burns News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 9
Reds Flamethrower Chase Burns Only Getting Better With Each Start
The Cincinnati Reds were one of the best teams in baseball during the first month of the season, but they quickly lost eight games in a row to crush the spirits of the entire fanbase.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 9
Reds snap eight-game losing streak with win over Astros
Chase Burns worked six strong innings, and the Cincinnati Reds took advantage of a critical fifth-inning fielding error to top the visiting Houston Astros 3-1 on Saturday and snap a season-worst eight-game losing skid.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / May 9
Cincinnati Reds News & Notes 05/09/2026
The Cincinnati Reds currently hold a 20-19 record after dropping eight consecutive games to open the month of May. Over the last 24 hours, the club suffered a 10-0 shutout loss to the Houston Astros.
Chase Burns News / Red Reporter / May 9
Cincinnati Reds turn to Chase Burns amid epic losing streak 
Chase Burns emerged from Wake Forest University with the reputation of being a legitimate ace, a guy who at dawn on the fifth day would ride in from the east at first light to rescue his team from the depths of hell.
Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 9
Reds Prospect Homers Twice, Making Strong Case for Promotion to Cincinnati
While the Reds' offense has been abysmal, their Triple-A affiliate, the Louisville Bats have been knocking the cover off the ball. Cincinnati's No. 8 prospect, Edwin Arroyo, continued his torrid start to the season with Louisville by hitting two home runs on Friday night, one from each side of the plate.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 9
Facing Astros, Reds desperate to snap losing streak and silence boos
The boos rang down on the hometown Cincinnati Reds after another lopsided loss on Friday, but manager Terry Francona isn't giving up on his embattled team.
Terry Francona News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 9
Despite 8 Straight Losses, Terry Francona Not Ready to Make Changes to Lineup
One of the main reasons players have always loved playing for Terry Francona is his loyalty. Despite losing 10-0 to the Astros on Friday, which was their eighth straight loss, Francona told the media he's not so sure he's ready to make changes to the lineup.
MLB News / Red Reporter / May 8
Reds smoked by Astros in 10-0 drubbing for 8th straight loss
The Cincinnati Reds were absolutely smoked by the Houston Astros to the tune of 10-0 on Friday night in Great American Ball Park, the loss stretching this agonizing losing streak to 8 games (so far).
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
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Nick Lodolo News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 8
Nick Lodolo's Season Debut Spoiled, Reds Drop Eighth Straight in 10-0 Loss to Astros
On Friday night, the Cincinnati Reds returned home after one of the worst road trips in recent memory. In stops at Pittsburgh and Chicago, the Reds went 0-7 on their journey around the National League Central.
Sal Stewart News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 8
Sal Stewart's Value to the Cincinnati Reds is More than Just His Bat
The Cincinnati Reds watched as Sal Stewart put together a huge breakout month to begin the year before earning the National League Rookie of the Month honors for March and April.
Nick Lodolo News / Field Level Media / May 8
Reds activate LHP Nick Lodolo ahead of 2026 debut
The Cincinnati Reds activated left-hander Nick Lodolo off the injured list for the first time this season and he will start in Friday's home game against the Houston Astros.
Jose Franco News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 8
Reds Get Much-Needed Rotation Reinforcement on Friday, Send Jose Franco to Minors
The Cincinnati Reds are set to start a new series on Friday night when they welcome the Houston Astros to Great American Ball Park. "New" is a word that the Reds need to focus on with this series.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 8
Cubs' nine-game win streak makes early-season dominance historic
One big inning was all the Chicago Cubs needed on Thursday to secure to another win, one that clinched a four-game series sweep of the division rival Cincinnati Reds.
Cincinnati Reds News / Larry Brown Sports / May 7
Reds’ Tyler Stephenson commits the dumbest blunder of season
Tyler Stephenson left his fundamentals at home on Thursday. The Cincinnati Reds catcher Stephenson committed the dumbest blunder of the season during his team’s game against the Chicago Cubs.
Noelvi Marte News / Just Baseball / May 7
The Good and Bad from Noelvi Marte in Triple-A
Noelvi Marte was a favorite of many fans for their breakout pick in 2026. A rollercoaster start to a career that has seen top prospect status, headlining a trade, a great debut, PED suspension, and a mixed 2025.
Emilio Pagan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 6
Reds closer Emilio Pagan gets brutally honest after landing on IL
The Cincinnati Reds face a major bullpen setback after closer Emilio Pagan landed on the injured list with a Grade 2 hamstring strain. The veteran reliever offered a candid reaction on Wednesday, revealing the frustration behind an injury that could keep him out for four to eight weeks.
Tejay Antone News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 6
Reds Select Tejay Antone
The Reds announced they have selected the contact of right-hander Tejay Antone and activated right-hander Pierce Johnson from the bereavement list. In corresponding active roster moves, they optioned right-hander Chase Petty and placed righty Emilio Pagán on the 15-day injured list with a left hamstring strain.
Sal Stewart News / Total Pro Sports / May 6
MLB Insider Shares Grim News On Sal Stewart’s Future With The Cincinnati Reds
The Cincinnati Reds might’ve landed a game-changer. Sal Stewart has stepped in and changed expectations. At just 22, he’s producing, energizing the lineup, and giving this offense real bite alongside Elly De La Cruz.
Ke'Bryan Hayes News / Athlon Sports / May 6
Fantasy Baseball 2026: Ke'Bryan Hayes Has the Biggest Luck Gap in Baseball
Name this player: Average exit velocity: 91.8 mph. Hard-hit rate of 42 percent. Barrel rate of 13.2 percent. His wOBA (weighted on-base percentage) is .315.
Sal Stewart News / Larry Brown Sports / May 5
Reds rookie made a surprising change during hitless skid
Cincinnati Reds rookie Sal Stewart just won the National League Rookie of the Month award for March and April after a strong start to 2026. However, Stewart began the month of May hitless in the first three games before snapping a 0-for-19 skid with a single in the first inning of Monday’s game against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field.
Andrew Chafin News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 4
Andrew Chafin Opts Out Of Reds Deal
Veteran lefty Andrew Chafin triggered an opt-out clause in his minor league contract with the Reds and is now a free agent, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 3
Reds pitchers tie record for futility in awful day vs. Pirates
Cincinnati Reds pitchers did not have a great day on Saturday in a 17-7 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates. You usually do not need any further analysis when
Elly De La Cruz News / Yardbarker / April 29
Elly De La Cruz's historic start builds an early MVP case
While the 2026 MLB season is far from over, one player is already putting together a historic season that makes his case as an early MVP contender.
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