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Royals manager provides injury update on Salvador Perez

Thanks to left hip soreness, catcher/designated hitter Salvador Perez wasn't in the Kansas City Royals lineup on Friday night as a three-game series began against the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards.

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Reds Slugger Spencer Steer is Breaking Out of His Early Season Slump

Spencer Steer’s season got off to a very slow start with more than a few question marks. In the last 10 games, the Cincinnati Reds have seen him turn it on.

Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / May 2

Cincinnati Reds Roster Moves 5/2/25

The Cincinnati Reds kicked off May with a 9-1 victory over the Cardinals yesterday. Today they start a three-game series with the Washington Nationals.

Cincinnati Reds News / Field Level Media / May 2

Reds place OF Austin Hays (hamstring) on 10-day IL

The Cincinnati Reds placed outfielder Austin Hays on the 10-day injured list Friday and activated catcher Tyler Stephenson from the IL. The move involving Hays is retroactive to Tuesday, one day after he tweaked his left hamstring while running the bases in the sixth inning of Cincinnati's 3-1 victory against the St.

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The 'American and National League strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz

How many of the league leaders in K's for both the American and National Leagues since the 2000 MLB season can you name in five minutes?

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 2

Reds activate Tyler Stephenson for 2025 debut, place Austin Hays on IL

The Reds announced Friday that they’ve reinstated catcher Tyler Stephenson from the injured list. He’s missed the entire season so far due to an oblique strain he suffered in spring training.

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Which 19 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Luis Mey News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Mey Day a Flamethrower in Cincinnati

May opens with Mey Day as Luis Mey replaced former All-Star closer Alexis Diaz on the Cincinnati Reds’ roster on May 1. He struck out Alec Bruleson, the first batter he faced, and finished a perfect ninth inning.

Gavin Lux News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Gavin Lux (2) runs to steal second base in the second inning of a MLB game between the Cincinnati Reds and St. Louis Cardinals, Monday, April 28, 2025, at Great American Ball Park in Downtown Cincinnati.

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MLB News / Red Reporter / May 2

Cincinnati Reds next welcome Washington Nationals to GABP

Can they turn their offense on at home, though? The Cincinnati Reds battled the elements all week, on Thursday weathering a lengthy rain delay to finally score a victory over the St.

Emilio Pagan News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 2

“A Light Bulb Went Off” - Reds Reliever Emilio Pagán Breaks Down His Offseason Epiphany

Cincinnati Reds closer Emilio Pagan has had a big bounce-back season and has taken over the closer role. Pagan is tied for sixth in Major League Baseball with eight games and has an ERA of 2.51.

Hunter Greene News / Field Level Media / May 2

Reds' Hunter Greene seeks another strong start as Nats visit

The Cincinnati Reds hope a solid April will continue into May for hard-throwing right-hander Hunter Greene. Greene is set to take the mound for the Reds when they open a three-game series against the visiting Washington Nationals on Friday night.

Will Benson News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 1

Cincinnati Reds Minor League Update: Will Benson and Leo Balcazar Homer

All four Cincinnati Reds minor league affiliates were in action on Thursday. Here is how their top prospects performed: Louisville Bats (15-14) Won 13-4 Jacob Hurtubise went 1-4 with two walks.

Gavin Lux News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 1

Reds’ Gavin Lux makes honest admission amid 2025 success

The Cincinnati Reds have something special in Gavin Lux– and it’s not just his numbers. The former Dodgers infielder is not only producing on the field

Austin Hays News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 1

Watch: Jim Day Provides Injury Update on Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Austin Hays

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Austin Hays has been dealing with a hamstring injury and Jim Day provided an injury update on Thursday. The outfielder worked out before the game.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 1

Reds blast Cardinals 9-1 to split four-game set

Jose Trevino homered and drove in three runs to help the Cincinnati Reds earn a split of their four-game series against the visiting St. Louis Cardinals with a 9-1 victory on Thursday afternoon.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 1

Watch: Cincinnati Reds Manager Terry Francona, Jose Trevino, and Others React to 9-1 Win Over St. Louis Cardinals

The Cincinnati Reds beat the St. Louis Cardinals 9-1 on Thursday to secure the series split. The Reds were led on offense by home runs from Jose Trevino and Spencer Steer.

Cincinnati Reds News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 1

Exciting Cincinnati Reds Pitching Prospect Hits 101 MPH in Major League Debut on Thursday

After getting swept in a doubleheader on Wednesday, the Cincinnati Reds rebounded to beat the St. Louis Cardinals 9-1 on Thursday afternoon at Great American Ball Park.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 1

MID-WEEK ROUND-UP: Cincinnati Reds Split Series with 9-1 Victory Over Cardinals

CINCINNATI -- Backed by two home runs, one each by catcher Jose Trevino and first baseman Spencer Steer, the Reds scored five runs in their final three innings at the plate to beat the St.

Alexis Diaz News / Last Word On Sports / May 1

Reds Option Alexis Diaz to Triple-A After Rough Start

The Cincinnati Reds have optioned former All-Star closer Alexis Diaz to Triple-A Louisville. The demotion comes following a disastrous start to the season.

Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / May 1

Cincinnati Reds April Recap: MVP, Surprises, and Early Concerns for 2025

The Cincinnati Reds ended April with a record of 15-13. This was good for second place in the National League Central. They trail the Chicago Cubs by a game and a half.

Cincinnati Reds News / Athlon Sports / May 1

Cincinnati Reds Make Decision on Long-Time Closing Pitcher After Recent Struggles

We are starting to see a very similar look to what we saw last year for the Cincinnati Reds' ball club. Two losses on Wednesday's double-header against the struggling St.

Lyon Richardson News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / May 1

Cincinnati Reds Add Bullpen Depth, Option Lyon Richardson to Triple-A Louisville

The Cincinnati Reds optioned Lyon Richardson to Triple-A Louisville on Thursday and called up right-handed pitcher Yosver Zulueta. After Richardson pitched three innings on Wednesday, this is simply a way to get a fresh arm in the bullpen with the Reds not having another off day until May 12.

Cincinnati Reds News / Inside The Diamonds / May 1

Cincinnati Reds Roster Moves 5/1/25

The Cincinnati Reds look to even the series with the Cardinals this afternoon after losing both games of yesterday’s doubleheader. They start a three-game series with the Nationals tomorrow.

Cincinnati Reds News / Field Level Media / May 1

Reds demote struggling Alexis Diaz, call up Luis Mey

The Cincinnati Reds optioned reliever Alexis Diaz to Louisville on Friday and called up fellow right-hander Luis Mey from the Triple-A club. Diaz has struggled mightily since his return from the injured list, posting a 12.00 ERA without a decision in six appearances for Cincinnati this season.

Chase Petty News / New Baseball Media / April 30

What to Expect from Reds Pitcher Chase Petty

During the second game of the Reds’ doubleheader on April 30, Chase Petty will make his MLB debut. The 22-year-old will make his first MLB start almost four years after he was drafted, a journey that started in Minnesota.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 30

Reds to promote pair of top prospects for MLB debuts

Chase Petty will be tabbed to start the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Cardinals. Meanwhile, infielder Tyler Callihan is also coming up.