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The Cincinnati Reds' strategy at the 2026 trade deadline was puzzling. There is no way around it. Possibly the most surprising decision of them all was to keep catcher Tyler Stephenson, despite him being a free agent after the season.

Athletics News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 11

One Lower-Cost Free Agent Who Fits the Cincinnati Reds Perfectly at Catcher

The Cincinnati Reds have a big decision to make about Tyler Stephenson this offseason, and Nick Krall’s latest comments suggest bringing him back is not encouraging.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 9

Nick Krall’s Comments Raise Questions About Tyler Stephenson’s Future as Reds Face Big Decision

The Cincinnati Reds have a big decision to make on Tyler Stephenson this offseason, and Nick Krall’s latest comments suggest bringing him back is far from a sure thing.

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The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

MLB has been awarding the American League Championship Series MVP Award since the 1980 season. How many of the winners in that time can you name in six minutes?

The '2026 MLB Opening Day starters' quiz

The 'MLB K-leaders by league' quiz

The 'MLB K leaders since 1995' quiz

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 9

Reds Are Focusing on One Key Change to Improve Their Pitching Staff in 2027

The Cincinnati Reds need more from their pitching staff in 2027, and Nick Krall’s comments point to a simple focus: throwing more strikes. According to MLB.com’s Mark Sheldon, the Reds went from 12th in baseball with a 3.86 team ERA in 2025 to 28th with a 4.83 ERA in 2026.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 7

The Cincinnati Reds Player Most Likely To Be Traded This Offseason

The Cincinnati Reds had a disappointing 2026 season. After reaching the postseason for the first time in a 162-game season in 12 years in 2025, they were only able to win 75 games and finished in last place in the National League Central, failing to reach the postseason.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 7

Cincinnati Reds Make Bold Coaching Decision After Another Season of Offensive Struggles

Bringing back most of the same offensive coaching staff after the season the Cincinnati Reds just had is a bold choice. That does not mean a coaching change would have fixed everything.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 6

Reds Had a Chance to Build Trust With Fans, but One Frustrating Decision Got in the Way Again

I like to think I am fair when it comes to the Reds. I give them credit when they deserve it, and I’m willing to be critical when it’s warranted. That’s why I give Phil Castellini credit for showing up to the Reds’ end-of-year media availability alongside Nick Krall and Brad Meador.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 3

Nick Krall Doubles Down on Trade Made for Underperforming Reds Infielder

The Cincinnati Reds are on the sideline once again in October. A season removed from stumbling into a postseason berth, the Reds would not be struck by lightning twice.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 2

Nick Krall Sends Clear Message About Reds Starting Pitcher Getting in Better Shape

The Cincinnati Reds' 2026 season came to a disappointing close this past Sunday. A season that began with a lot of promise was basically cooked before the MLB All-Star Game.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 2

Krall Discusses Reds’ Position Player Needs

The Reds enter the offseason looking to rebound from a last place finish in the NL Central. They have deficiencies in virtually every of the roster but will certainly need to improve an offense that ranked at the bottom of the National League in scoring.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 1

Nick Krall’s Comments on Noelvi Marte Raise Serious Questions About His Future With the Reds

After Noelvi Marte changed positions from third base to right field in the middle of the 2025 season, it was starting to look like he was their right fielder of the future.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 1

Phil Castellini Addresses Reds Fans, but His Message Only Raises More Questions About Ownership

On Thursday morning, Phil Castellini, Nick Krall, and Brad Meador all met with the media to discuss the 2026 season. Castellini rarely appears at these press conferences, but he acknowledged that the organization fell short of expectations this season.

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The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

The 'Last 30-TD season by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most WNBA double-doubles' quiz

Cincinnati Reds News / Field Level Media / October 1

Reds cut ties with pitching coach Derek Johnson

The Cincinnati Reds parted ways with longtime pitching coach Derek Johnson on Thursday. Johnson, 55, took a personal leave of absence in June and did not return to the team.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / October 1

Reds Confirm Derek Johnson Will Not Return, Begin Search for New Pitching Coach

The Cincinnati Reds will have a new pitching coach next season. Reds President of Baseball Operations Nick Krall confirmed that Derek Johnson will not return after taking a personal leave of absence in June.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 24

Reds Ownership Confirms Nick Krall Will Return With Statement That Raises More Questions

Nick Krall is officially coming back, and the Cincinnati Reds’ ownership group is once again asking fans to trust that better results are coming. In a statement to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, Bob and Phil Castellini confirmed that Nick Krall and Brad Meador will continue leading the team’s baseball operations.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 22

Nick Krall's Reds Tenure Comes Under More Scrutiny After Front Office Rumor

Cincinnati Reds' president of baseball operations Nick Krall has raised some eyebrows across the fanbase and around the league with his recent rumor stating that the team is keeping its current front office intact.

Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 15

Reds Not Expected To Make Leadership Changes

It’s been a dismal season for the Reds, but it doesn’t sound as though fans should brace for sweeping changes in the front office or the dugout. President

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 31

Nick Krall Sends Loud Message on Joey Votto's Potential Future With Reds

The Cincinnati Reds desperately need a spark for the future of their franchise. They've had a talented young core of players for a few years, but it seems like that group of players has reached its peak.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / August 29

MLB Insider Says Reds Were Openly Mocked by Teams Over Trade Deadline Asking Price

The Cincinnati Reds had a brutal trade deadline at the beginning of the month. After an insider's report, it got worse. Baseball insider Robert Murray went on the Just Baseball Podcast and confirmed every Reds fan's worst feelings when it comes to this front office during the trade deadline.

Cincinnati Reds News / Larry Brown Sports / January 17

Details emerge on Reds’ historic offer that Elly De La Cruz turned down

The Cincinnati Reds made Elly De La Cruz an unprecedented offer this week, but it was not enough to get him to sign on the dotted line.

Rays, Angels, Reds Agree To Three-Team Trade Involving Josh Lowe, Gavin Lux

Reds Designate Yosver Zulueta For Assignment

Reds add quality depth to bullpen in Pierce Johnson

25 current MLB players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The '2025 MLB stolen base leaders' quiz

Cincinnati Reds News / Larry Brown Sports / November 20

Reds president makes a troubling revelation about Elly De La Cruz

Elly De La Cruz did not look like himself down the stretch of the season, and now we have a better idea of why that was the case. Cincinnati Reds president of baseball operations Nick Krall appeared this week on “Reds Hot Stove League” and made a concerning revelation about the Reds star shortstop De La Cruz.

Cincinnati Reds News / Yardbarker / November 11