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No Red has had a better spring than Matt McLain. In fact, no hitter in the majors has had a better spring either. After a season in which he hit just .220 with 15 homers and 50 RBIs, McLain looks like a completely different hitter in 2026.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 14

Reds Make Another Roster Cut as Bullpen Begins Taking Shape

The Cincinnati Reds are approaching opening day, which is an exciting time for a lot of people in Cincinnati. But there are some players who are fighting for roster spots and will be given the unfortunate news that they didn't crack the opening day roster.

Rhett Lowder News / Red Reporter / March 14

Rhett Lowder starts today’s Cactus League clash with Texas

The Cincinnati Reds have somehow already navigated their way through 20 games of Cactus League play so far this spring, and it honestly feels as if they’ve played 37 of those 20 games at home in Goodyear.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 40-homer season by MLB team' quiz

The 'Active 100-RBI MLB season leaders' quiz

The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

Terry Francona News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 14

Terry Francona Impressed by Under-the-Radar Reds Reliever This Spring

Cincinnati Reds right-handed reliever Hagen Danner has had a strong spring and after he struck out the side in Friday's appearance against the San Francisco Giants, he got high praise from manager Terry Francona.

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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.

Chase Burns News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 13

Reds Starter Chase Burns Offers Health Update After Being Pulled Early

When Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Chase Burns left after just two innings on Friday night, fans feared the worst. He was scheduled to throw four innings.

MLB News / Red Reporter / March 13

Reds face Giants twice in split-squad action Friday night

It’s a full day of baseball down in the desert as the Cincinnati Reds and San Francisco Giants go up against one another twice in split-squad action at both teams’ home parks.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 13

Reds Make Latest Roster Cut as Bullpen Competition Tightens

The Cincinnati Reds trimmed their roster on Friday afternoon, reassigning Yunior Marte to minor league camp. Marte showed flashes of brilliance this spring, striking out 11 in just six innings of work.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 13

Terry Francona Shares Eye-Opening Comment About Reds Prospect Steele Hall

The Cincinnati Reds drafted Steele Hall with the ninth overall selection in the 2025 MLB Draft after Hewitt-Trussville High School. The 18-year-old reclassified and should technically still be a senior in high school.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 13

Reds Offseason Addition Turning Heads in Best Way Ahead of Opening Day

The Cincinnati Reds were shockingly aggressive this offseason, though it obviously wasn't the same aggressiveness that comes from the big market clubs like the New York Mets and Los Angeles Dodgers.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / March 13

The three regulars in the Cincinnati Reds lineup

Trying to jump into the mind of Terry Francona might actually be a little easier than those of many Major League Baseball managers. To be clear, that’s no knock on the intellect of the future Hall of Famer – rather, it’s an admission that the man speaks pretty openly about what it is he would really like to accomplish with his club.

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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.

Alexis Diaz News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 13

Cincinnati Reds Should Pass on Reunion With Former All-Star

Former Cincinnati Reds pitcher Alexis Diaz was designated for assignment by the Texas Rangers on Friday. Diaz had a 3.21 ERA across four seasons with the Reds.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 13

MLB Insider Believes Reds Could Be Way Better Than Expected

The Cincinnati Reds have a lot to be excited about this season. They made a slew of offseason additions to bolster their roster after making it to the postseason, but were crushed by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the wild-card round.

Caleb Ferguson News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 13

Cincinnati Reds Avoid Potential Tough Roster Decision With Caleb Ferguson Injury

CINCINNATI – Reds left-hander reliever Caleb Ferguson will start the season on the injured list with an oblique injury, according to Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer.

Hunter Greene News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 12

Another Reds pitcher dealing with injury after Hunter Greene update

The Cincinnati Reds are facing another pitching concern during spring training after a new injury surfaced shortly after the latest Hunter Greene injury news.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 12

Cincinnati Reds Set Rotation for Opening Series Against Boston Red Sox

Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona met with the media on Thursday afternoon and announced the three starting pitchers for their opening series against the Boston Red Sox.

Caleb Ferguson News / Red Reporter / March 12

Cincinnati Reds lefty Caleb Ferguson has an oblique strain

Left-hander Caleb Ferguson was signed by the Cincinnati Reds this offseason to a 1-year contract that will pay him $4.5 million, the first move of several to help backfill a bullpen that had seen quite the exodus.

Jake Fraley News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 12

Former Reds Outfielder Jake Fraley’s Daughter Rings Bell After Beating Cancer

On Thursday afternoon, Jake Fraley's wife, Angelica, shared a moment on Instagram that could bring tears to your eyes. Their daughter, Avery, had blood work done at a Miami hospital and then she got to ring the bell, marking the end of her two-year battle with cancer.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 12

Reds 24-Year-Old Outfielder Already on Verge of Breakout Year in 2026

The Cincinnati Reds have a lot to be excited about this season, aside from Hunter Greene's crushing injury that's going to keep him out until July. Elly De La Cruz is one of the most electric players in baseball.

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The 'Most QB wins by NFL franchise' quiz

How many of the NFL QBs with the most career wins for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

Noelvi Marte News / Just Baseball / March 12

The Reds Need Noelvi Marte To Take the Next Step in 2026

Noelvi Marte was the main piece the Cincinnati Reds received in return for Luis Castillo at the 2022 MLB trade deadline. At the time, he was one of the top prospects in all of baseball and was penciled in as a guy who, for the Reds to truly make something of their rebuild, would be a catalyst on the next winning team in Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Reds News / Just Baseball / March 11

How the Reds Can Fill Hunter Greene’s Innings

The Cincinnati Reds’ run to the playoffs in 2025 was mostly attributed to a great rotation. Andrew Abbott continued his accension, Brady Singer was a stead force, and Nick Lodolo finally had a healthy enough season to blossom into the pitcher fans knew he could be.

Hunter Greene News / Athlon Sports / March 10

Hunter Greene Elbow Injury Update: 2026 Fantasy Impact on Reds Rotation & Sleepers

Hunter Greene’s elbow stiffness, first reported last week, could be referred to as “The Great Unknown.” The results of his MRI are still unknown and he is seeking a second opinion on the injury.

Cincinnati Reds News / Just Baseball / March 10

Can Will Benson and JJ Bleday Coexist on the Reds’ Roster?

The Cincinnati Reds went into the offseason with a clear need for a middle-of-the-order bat; a proven slugger to add power and experience to a team that has talent but also a less-certain ceiling.

Hunter Greene News / Yardbarker / March 10

Reds get terrible news on starter Hunter Greene

The right-hander, an All-Star in 2024, will miss Opening Day and beyond.

David Wright reacts to Mets owner Steve Cohen 'never' having a team captain

Red Sox's Alex Cora all but declares Caleb Durbin as Opening Day third baseman

Fans throw punches in wild brawl during USA-Mexico game

Randy Arozarena goes off on Cal Raleigh over handshake snub

What Jesus Luzardo deal means for Phillies

Managers who could be on hot seat

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 9

Reds Option Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Chase Petty

The Reds optioned first baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand and starter Chase Petty this morning. Both players entered camp as long shots to make the Opening Day roster after struggling in limited looks in 2025.