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Reds’ Nick Martinez gets standing ovation after failed no-hitter bid

The Cincinnati Reds right-hander Nick Martinez came within three outs of making history Friday night at Great American Ball Park. Facing his former team, the San Diego Padres, Martinez carried a no-hitter into the ninth inning before surrendering a double to Elias Díaz that ended the bid.

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Cincinnati Reds Minor League Recap: Top Performances from June 27, 2025

Six Cincinnati Reds minor league affiliates were in action on Friday night. Here is how their top prospect performed: Louisville Bats (33-45) Lost 6-5 Blake Dunn went 0-2 with a walk.

Chase Petty News / Last Word On Sports / June 27

Chase Petty: The Reds’ Mistreated Prospect

Originally taken in the first round by the Minnesota Twins, Chase Petty forwent the college route where he would have pitched down south for the Florida Gators, and opted to go pro.

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Spencer Steer News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 27

Watch: Cincinnati Reds Veteran Spencer Steer Third Home Run Heard on All Broadcasts

Spencer Steer hit three home runs on Friday night, becoming the first Cincinnati Red to hit three home runs in a game since Jesse Winker in 2021. In the fifth inning of Friday's game against the San Diego Padres, Reds infielder/outfielder Spencer Steer hit his third home run of the game off of Yuki Matsui to give the Reds an 8-0 lead.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 27

Terry Francona, Nick Martinez, and Spencer Steer React to Reds 8-1 Win Over Padres

The Cincinnati Reds beat the San Diego Padres 8-1 on Friday night at Great American Ball Park behind eight strong innings from Nick Martinez and three home runs by Spencer Steer.

Nick Martinez News / Field Level Media / June 27

Nick Martinez takes no-hitter into ninth as Reds beat Padres

Nick Martinez carried a no-hit bid into the ninth inning and Spencer Steer homered in each of his first three at-bats to lift the host Cincinnati Reds to an 8-1 victory over the San Diego Padres on Friday.

MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 27

Update on Friday's Cincinnati Reds vs. San Diego Padres Game

The Cincinnati Reds announced that their game against the San Diego Padres will now start at 7:20 ET on Friday at Great American Ball Park. The game was scheduled to begin at 7:10 ET, but was delayed due to rain.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 27

Reds’ Elly De La Cruz makes Home Run Derby decision

Cincinnati Reds star Elly De La Cruz is not just known for his power, he can do it all on the baseball diamond. His elite play has helped turn the Reds into a good team.

Austin Hays News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Reds Make Austin Hays Announcement Ahead of Padres Series

After two minor-league rehab games this week, the Cincinnati Reds will have outfielder Austin Hays return from the 10-day injured list for the start of a three-game weekend series against the San Diego Padres.

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Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 27

Former Cincinnati Reds Infielder Elects Free Agency

Former Cincinnati Reds infielder/outfielder Jose Barrero was designated for assignment by the St. Louis Cardinals earlier this week has rejected an outright assignment to the minor leagues and has elected free agency, according to Steve Adams of MLBTradeRumors.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 27

Cincinnati Reds Superstar Declines Home Run Derby Invitation

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz declined to participate in the 2025 Home Run Derby, according to Gordon Wittenmyer of The Enquirer. "The time is coming," De La Cruz told reporters before Friday's game against the San Diego Padres, which suggests he may eventually do it.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 27

Cincinnati Reds Bolster Lineup By Activating Outfielder From Injured List

The Cincinnati Reds activated Austin Hays from the injured list on Friday and placed outfielder Jake Fraley on the injured list with a right shoulder sprain.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / June 27

Cincinnati Reds Ranked Middle of the Road in Most Recent Power Rankings

ESPN released their week 13 power rankings on Friday and the Cincinnati Reds moved back two spots from number 13 to number 15. The Reds have won five of their last six series and are coming off a series where they took two out of three games from the New York Yankees at Great American Ball Park.

Gavin Lux News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 26

Gavin Lux gets 100% real on Dodgers-Reds move

After helping the Los Angeles Dodgers win the 2024 World Series, Gavin Lux was traded to the Cincinnati Reds in a surprise offseason move by the defending champs.

Hunter Greene News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Reds Receive Hunter Greene News Before Yankees Game

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Hunter Greene is currently in his fourth major league season after being selected by the team second overall in the 2017 MLB Draft out of Notre Dame HS.

Terry Francona News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Reds' Terry Francona Sends 3-Word Elly De La Cruz Message After Yankees Game

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz is currently playing in his third major league season with the team after he debuted during the 2022 season, and made an impact immediately becoming the first player in MLB history to record 100 stolen bases and 30 home runs in his first two MLB seasons..

Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / June 25

Cincinnati Reds Double-A Affiliate Cliches Playoff Spot

The Chattanooga Lookouts are the Cincinnati Reds Double-A affiliate. They have clinched a playoff spot. This achievement comes as they won the first half of the season.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 25

Terry Francona’s hilarious message to scout who evaluated Reds’ Chase Burns

Top pitching prospect Chase Burns made his MLB debut on Tuesday night in the Cincinnati Reds’ 5-4 win over the New York Yankees. Burns displayed major potential, and it sounds like manager Terry Francona is over the moon to have him on the team.

Chase Burns News / Yardbarker / June 25

Reds' top prospect should have franchise feeling optimistic after historic debut

The Cincinnati Reds may have found something with their top prospect from the 2024 MLB Draft.

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Chase Burns News / Field Level Media / June 24

No. 2 draft pick Chase Burns called up by Reds for MLB debut

The time is now for right-hander Chase Burns, after the Cincinnati Reds purchased the contract of the No. 2 overall selection from last year's MLB Draft.

Jeimer Candelario News / Just Baseball / June 23

The Reds DFA Another Free-Agent Signing in Jemier Candelario

In a surprising move on Monday, the Cincinnati Reds DFA’d third baseman Jeimer Candelario, their biggest free-agent bat inked to a three-year deal ahead of the 2024 season.