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Reds pitchers tie 50-year-old record for consecutive walks

The Cincinnati Reds tied an unwanted MLB record on Saturday by being unable to find the strike zone against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Reds issued seven consecutive walks during the second inning of Saturday’s game at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, Pa.

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Cincinnati Reds Get One of Best Relief Pitchers Back, Send Zach Maxwell to Louisville

The Cincinnati Reds activated Graham Ashcraft from the Bereavement list on Saturday afternoon. In a corresponding roster move, the optioned relief pitcher Zach Maxwell to Triple-A Louisville.

Cincinnati Reds News / Red Reporter / May 2

Rhett Lowder takes the mound, Graham Ashcraft returns as Reds face Pirates on Saturday

Friday night’s series opener against the Pittsburgh Pirates couldn’t have gone much worse for the Cincinnati Reds. First, they sat out a lengthy rain delay in PNC Park and eventually waded into a drubbing at the hands of the Bucs in cool temperatures, their arms and bats looking as soggy as the 9-1 scoreline.

Brady Singer News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 2

What’s Behind Brady Singer’s Slide? A Deep Dive Into His Underlying Metrics

For a pitcher who has built his career on consistency, Brady Singer has been anything but that this season for the Reds. In Friday's 9-1 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates, Singer gave up four runs on seven hits in just 3 1/3 innings.

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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?

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Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / May 2

Cincinnati Reds News & Notes 05/02/2026

The Cincinnati Reds currently sit at 20-12 following a frustrating 9-1 series-opening loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night. The defeat snapped a hot streak for the NL Central-leading club.

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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 / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 2

1 Breakout Reds Prospect Hitter to Watch From Each Minor League Level

The Cincinnati Reds have built a lot of their roster through the farm system. Their best two players, Elly De La Cruz and Sal Stewart, are both homegrown players.

Sal Stewart News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 2

Reds Rookie Sal Stewart Generating National Buzz With Rookie Breakout

The Cincinnati Reds have one of the best records in baseball this season, and they haven't gotten here by accident. One of the biggest producers for the Reds so far has been rookie infielder Sal Stewart, who's burst on the scene and dominated the big leagues since debuting late last season.

MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 1

Bats Go Cold, Reds Woes Against Pirates Continue in 9-1 Loss

The Cincinnati Reds were riding high as they entered the weekend series with the Pittsburgh Pirates. On Thursday, the Reds would take their fifth straight series with a win over the Colorado Rockies.

MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 1

Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Game Delayed On Friday

The Reds' game against the Pittsburgh Pirates will be delayed on Friday. "The start of tonight’s game will be delayed due to weather," the Pirates posted on X.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 1

Cincinnati Reds at the Center of the Most Competitive Division Race in MLB

The Cincinnati Reds are in the middle of the most competitive division race in Major League Baseball this season, as each team in the National League Central has been very competitive through April.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 1

Reds’ 1st-place standing marks franchise first since 2002

The Cincinnati Reds are on fire to begin the 2026 campaign, as the club owns a 20-11 record through the first 31 games of the regular season. After securing a 6-4 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Thursday, the club is in first place in the NL Central.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 1

How the Reds Have Evolved Their ABS Strategy One Month Into the Season

Whether it was PJ Higgins challenging a pitch that was overturned and ended the game or whether it was Tyler Stephenson challenging a pitch against the Rockies that resulted in Reds fans getting free pizza, there is no denying ABS has been a great addition to Major League Baseball this season.

Dane Myers News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 1

Why Dane Myers Should Be the Reds’ Center Field Answer Right Now

The Cincinnati Reds are surging; they have finished April at 20-11 and sit in first place in the NL Central. While the Reds are playing well, some weaknesses need to be improved upon.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 1

Reds Early Season Awards: Who’s Shining and Who’s Surprising

If you had asked Reds fans on Opening Day if they would take this team being 20-11 and atop the National League Central on May 1st, most of them probably would have signed up for that.

Nathaniel Lowe News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 1

Nathaniel Lowe Creating 'Good' Problem For Reds with Hot Start to Season

The Cincinnati Reds made history with their win over the Colorado Rockies to end the month of April. With the win, the Reds earned their 20th victory of the season.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 1

First-place Reds carry 5-series winning streak into Pittsburgh

The Cincinnati Reds begin May atop the National League Central standings, having won five consecutive series heading into a seven-game road trip that begins Friday night in Pittsburgh.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 30

Reds' historic start continues in series-clinching win over Rockies

The Cincinnati Reds have been one of the best stories in baseball so far this season, and Thursday's 6-4 win over the Colorado Rockies helped them achieve some more history in the process.

Elly De La Cruz's historic start builds an early MVP case

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MLB News / Field Level Media / April 30

Reds rally to beat Rockies, off to best start since '06

TJ Friedl belted a go-ahead two run home run and Andrew Abbott allowed two runs over six innings to lead the Reds past the Colorado Rockies, 6-4, Thursday afternoon in Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 30

Reds Place Brandon Williamson On Injured List

The Reds announced that left-hander Brandon Williamson has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to left shoulder fatigue. Right-hander Zach Maxwell has been recalled in a corresponding move.

Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / April 30

Cincinnati Reds News & Notes 04/30/2026

The Cincinnati Reds currently hold a 19-11 record and maintain a narrow lead in the National League Central. Over the last 24 hours, the club suffered a heavy 13-2 loss to the Colorado Rockies.