Cincinnati Reds: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Jose Franco News / Red Reporter / March 25

Cincinnati Reds set Opening Day roster, add Jose Franco

We don’t yet know when, or if Jose Franco will take the mound for the Cincinnati Reds, but we do now know he’s going to have a very good opportunity to do so within the next two weeks.

What Opening Day Means As a Cincinnati Reds Fan

CINCINNATI -- Nobody does Opening Day like Cincinnati. From the Findlay Market Opening Day Parade, to the party outside on The Banks, to the pregame festivities inside Great American Ball Park, to the game itself, Opening Day has become a holiday in the Queen City and one of the best days of the year in Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 25

Reds announce 3 roster moves ahead of Opening Day

The Cincinnati Reds are set to begin the 2026 season with an Opening Day matchup against the Boston Red Sox. With the game scheduled on Thursday, the club announced three moves to help finalize the roster.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 25

Cincinnati Reds Make Surprising Move, Promote Rookie to Active Roster

The Cincinnati Reds officially placed left-handed pitcher Nick Lodolo on the injured list on Wednesday afternoon. In a corresponding roster move, they called up rookie Jose Franco from Triple-A Louisville.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 25

Reds May Have Solved Their Biggest Offensive Problem Without a Big Move

The Cincinnati Reds enter 2026 with high hopes and plenty of doubters. Some projection systems have the Reds winning fewer games than they did last year. What detractors are missing about the Reds is their addition by subtraction.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / March 25

Are the 2026 Cincinnati Reds being overlooked?

Up the river and around the bend, past Huntington and Parkersburg, Wheeling and Steubenville, the Pittsburgh Pirates finally have a little rumble in their bellies.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 25

One Projection Has Reds Star Elly De La Cruz Leading NL in Major Category

CINCINNATI -- With 139 stolen bases through three seasons, an average of 46.3 per season, Elly De La Cruz has established himself as one of Major League Baseball's best base stealers.

Sal Stewart News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 25

Reds Broadcaster Has Strong Reaction to What Sal Stewart Is Doing at the Plate

Cincinnati Reds rookie infielder has not only impressed fans, but he's also impressed his teammates, the coaching staff, and even the broadcast crew. Appearing on the Power Stacks Podcast, Reds announcer Jeff Brantley, known as The Cowboy, had high praise for Stewart and said it in only a way he could.

Nick Lodolo News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 24

Nick Lodolo To Open Season On Injured List

The Reds will place starter Nick Lodolo on the 15-day injured list to begin the year, reports Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer. The southpaw joins Hunter Greene in starting the season on the shelf.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 24

Reds Outlook Raises Questions, But One Player Is Projected for a Major Award

Opening Day for the Cincinnati Reds is just two days away. ESPN's baseball writers Jorge Castillo, Bradford Doolittle, Alden Gonzalez and David Schoenfield teamed up to provide playoff odds, most likely award winners, and more for every big league team.

Joey Votto News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 24

Reds Legend Gives Thanks to Fans With a Special Gift Outside Great American Ballpark

CINCINNATI – Joey Votto took to social media on Tuesday to announce that he has a special gift for Reds fans just outside the main entryway of Great American Ballpark.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 24

Reds Pitcher Turning Heads as 'Underrated' Star Ahead of Opening Day

The Cincinnati Reds have a very talented team this season with players like Elly De La Cruz, Sal Stewart, Matt McLain, and Noelvi Marte looking to take big steps in their development this season.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 24

Reds 23-Year-Old Pitcher Already Emerging as Elite Young Star

The Cincinnati Reds have a trio of young pitchers to be excited about this season. Brandon Williamson, Rhett Lowder, and Chase Burns all cracked the big leagues out of spring training.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 24

Three National League MVP candidates not named Shohei Ohtani

Ohtani has dominated the MVP race in recent seasons. Here are three players who could dethrone him in 2026.

Dodgers make a surprising move before Opening Day

Phillies' Zack Wheeler could be back sooner than expected

Roki Sasaki had Dodgers fans seriously concerned in his final start of spring training

The '2024 MLB extra base hits leaders' quiz

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23

A’s Trade Cooper Bowman To Rays

The Athletics and Rays announced a swap of minor league players. Infielder Cooper Bowman goes to Tampa Bay, while the A’s acquire right-handed reliever Gerlin Rosario.

Nick Lodolo News / Athlon Sports / March 22

Reds Announce Nick Lodolo News After Leaving Spring Training Game

The Cincinnati Reds are looking to make another trip to the MLB playoffs in 2026, and with the team’s offensive inconsistencies from last year, they will once again hope to lean on their pitching staff.

Terry Francona News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 22

Why Reds’ Terry Francona scheduled Brewers scrimmages before Opening Day

The Cincinnati Reds open the season at home on Thursday against the Boston Red Sox. But between their final spring training game and Opening Day in the Queen City, they have two games on the books.

Eugenio Suarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 22

Why Reds’ Eugenio Suarez is batting 5th after returning from WBC

With the Cincinnati Reds preparing for Opening Day next Thursday, the team is looking to make some noise in the 2026 season with the young players and additions the ball club has made.

Connor Phillips News / Just Baseball / March 22

Connor Phillips Is Facing a Make-or-Break Year for the Reds

When Connor Phillips joined the Cincinnati Reds as part of the Jesse Winker and Eugenio Suárez trade with Seattle, he came with plenty of intrigue. A second-round pick with wicked stuff and high strikeout potential, Phillips quickly climbed prospect rankings before falling off most radars entirely.

Alfredo Duno News / Last Word On Sports / March 21

Alfredo Duno: Cincinnati Reds’ Intriguing Catching Prospect

With the MLB Spring Breakout underway for the next few days, it is the perfect time to talk about an intriguing prospect in the Reds system. The Spring Breakout games are a beautiful way to watch exciting prospects take the field, giving fans a taste of the future.

Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / March 19

Cincinnati Reds 'Six-Man Rotation' Might Be Hiding a Bigger Problem

The Cincinnati Reds officially revealed their Opening Day Pitching staff—and one decision immediately stands out. Hunter Greene is expected to miss the first half of the season.

Cincinnati Reds News / Yardbarker / March 19

The gap between good and great for Elly De La Cruz

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz is still one of the hardest players in baseball to pin down.

The Reds’ Guide to First Half Success Without Hunter Greene

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Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 18

Williamson, Lowder, Burns Make Reds’ Roster

The Reds will open the season with six starters on the major league roster, manager Terry Francona announced (via Mark Sheldon of MLB.com). With Hunter Greene out until midseason, Cincinnati had three rotation locks: Opening Day starter Andrew Abbott, fellow lefty Nick Lodolo and veteran right-hander Brady Singer.