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The San Francisco Giants are signing former Cincinnati Reds pitcher Tyler Mahle, according to the San Francisco Chronicle's Shayna Rubin. Mahle appeared in 114 games for the Reds from 2017 to 2022, 133 of which were starts.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 31

MLB Insider: Reds Should Make Risky Trade to Bolster Roster

The Cincinnati Reds have made some nice moves this offseason, whether that is re-signing closer Emilio Pagan, securing a left-handed specialist in the bullpen with Caleb Ferguson, or getting a former top-five draft pick on a $1.4 million deal.

Noelvi Marte News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 31

Reds Insider Thinks One Player Is Poised for a Breakout in 2026

If the Reds don't add a middle-of-the-order bat this offseason, they'll need some current players to step up in a big way offensively in 2026. MLB.com recently chose one player to break out on each team.

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Yunior Marte News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 30

Reds Sign Former Phillies Pitcher to Minor League Deal

The Cincinnati Reds are signing right-handed pitcher Yunior Marte to a minor league deal, according to Francys Romero. Marte has pitched in the majors across three seasons with the San Francisco Giants and Philadelphia Phillies.

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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.

Kyle Schwarber News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 30

Reds Fans Ranked Among Most Frustrated MLB Fanbases

After coming off their first postseason appearance since 2020 and just their second since 2013, you'd think Reds fans would be happy. However, after failing to land Kyle Schwarber in free agency and not reallocating that money toward another bat to bolster the offense, Cincinnati’s fan base ranks among the most frustrated in Major League Baseball.

Hunter Greene News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 30

Hunter Greene Takes Next Step Toward Getting Ready for 2026 Season

After a busy offseason filled with trade rumors, speculation, and even a trip to the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Hunter Greene appears to be officially ramping up his preparation for Spring Training, based on his latest Instagram posts.

Edwin Arroyo News / Red Reporter / December 30

Edwin Arroyo lighting up Puerto Rican Winter League play

Cincinnati Reds shortstop prospect Edwin Arroyo hasn’t exactly had the meteoric rise many hoped for when he was acquired from the Seattle Mariners in the deal that sent Luis Castillo the other way.

J.J. Bleday News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 30

JJ Bleday Has Message Reds Fans Will Love

The Cincinnati Reds signed outfielder JJ Bleday to a one-year, $1.4 million deal over the weekend. Bleday, a former top-five draft pick, spoke with the media earlier this week and had a message that Reds fans will love.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 30

Cincinnati Reds Reveal Jersey Numbers for Potential Rookie Debuts

The Cincinnati Reds have released more uniform numbers for players who could debut in 2026. Players who have been added to the 40-man roster have an easier path to Major League Baseball, so they have their numbers pre-planned.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 29

Reds Remain Open To Outfield Addition

The Reds made a pair of depth additions to the outfield last week. They brought in glove-first center fielder Dane Myers in a small trade with Miami while signing JJ Bleday to a $1.4MM reclamation deal.

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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 / Last Word On Sports / December 29

Cincinnati Reds Potential Low Risk, High Reward Free Agent Option

The Reds have seemingly gone down the path of going for budget options this offseason. After reportedly being all in on Kyle Schwarber, they have stood firm in their stance that they will add around $20 million to their current payroll.

Nick Krall News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 29

Nick Krall's Budget Comments Hint More Reds Moves Could Be Coming

Cincinnati Reds President of Baseball Operations Nick Krall spoke with the media over the weekend after the Reds signed outfielder JJ Bleday and traded for outfielder Dane Myers.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / December 29

Cincinnati Reds links – Slim Sal Stewart & a Matt McLain renaissance

Where, exactly, the Cincinnati Reds choose to deploy Sal Stewart during the upcoming season remains very much to be seen. The 22 year old took the lineup by storm when called upon late in 2025, but did so primarily while rotating through 1B and 3B to keep each of Spencer Steer and Ke’Bryan Hayes ‘fresh’ down the stretch.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 29

Reds Reveal New Jersey Numbers for Two Key Players in 2026

The Reds have revealed new uniform numbers for two more players for the 2026 season. Recently, it was announced that Noelvi Marte is changing his number from 16 to 4, and Luis Mey is switching from 62 to 47.

Sal Stewart News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 28

Promising Reds Prospect Sal Stewart Makes Big Offseason Change

Cincinnati Reds infielder Sal Stewart joined the Reds Hot Stove last week to discuss a plethora of topics, including how hard he's been training this offseason to get ready for spring training.

Nick Krall News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 27

What Nick Krall's History Shows Us About Reds Chances to Build Championship Contender

Nick Krall took over as the man in charge of the Cincinnati Reds front office on October 8, 2020. Since then, he has added very little to this roster. Using the Wins Above Replacement stat from Baseball-Reference, we can see just how much the Reds added vs.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / December 26

To the Reds credit, we get to sleep on Brandon Williamson and Rhett Lowder

It was announced earlier in December that Aaron Harang would be inducted into the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame during the summer of 2026. His spate of

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 26

Cincinnati Reds Sign Young Pitcher to Minor League Deal

The Cincinnati Reds have signed 17-year-old pitcher, David Mendoza to a minor league deal and assigned him to their Dominican Summer League roster. Mendoza is a right-handed pitcher from Venezuela, but aside from that, there is not much information available about the 17-year-old.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 25

Cincinnati Reds Sign Utility Infielder to Minor League Deal

CINCINNATI –– The Cincinnati Reds added infield depth on Wednesday. According to ESPN's Kiley McDaniel, they have signed former Washington Nationals' super utility man, Michael Chavis, to a Minor League contract with an invite to Spring Training.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 25

Reds sign former 1st round pick to minor league deal

The Cincinnati Reds bolstered their organizational depth on Wednesday by signing infielder Michael Chavis to a minor league contract, which includes an invitation to big league spring training.

Michael Chavis News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 24

Reds To Sign Michael Chavis To Minor League Deal

The Reds and infielder Michael Chavis have agreed to a minor league deal, reports Kiley McDaniel of ESPN. The CAA Sports client also receives an invite to big league camp in spring training.

Edwin Arroyo News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / December 24

Reds Prospect Turning Heads With Offensive Surge in Puerto Rican Winter League

Cincinnati Reds prospect Edwin Arroyo is impressing in the Puerto Rican Winter League. In 14 games with Cangrejeros de Santurce, Arroyo is slashing .352/.435/.481 with six extra-base hits and a stolen base.

Will Benson News / Last Word On Sports / December 24

Keys to Cincinnati Reds Outfielder’s Breakout Season

The offseason is officially rolling, with multiple trades and signings hitting the market. The Cincinnati Reds have added to their bullpen, but their lineup remains essentially unchanged.

Caleb Ferguson News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 16

Reds to sign Caleb Ferguson

The Reds are reportedly in agreement with reliever Caleb Ferguson.

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Mason Miller News / Yardbarker / December 9

MLB Winter Meetings takeaways: Padres make big pitching decision

The San Diego Padres have seemingly answered one of their biggest offseason questions. However, the answer opens up more questions for a team looking to get back to the postseason in 2026.

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