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The Cincinnati Reds have been without Nick Lodolo since the 2026 season began. But it sounds like he could return in short order.
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The Cincinnati Reds welcomed back Jose Trevino, but the veteran catcher's visit to Dayton may have allowed him to pass along some wisdom.
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The Cincinnati Reds’ early record looks impressive, but May matchups against the Pittsburgh Pirates, Chicago Cubs, and St. Louis Cardinals could reveal a lot about their staying power.
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Cincinnati Reds' first-round bust Austin Hendrick is heating up in Double-A, but a clogged Triple-A outfield might prevent him from making the long awaited leap.
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Brandon Phillips will sign a ceremonial one-day contract with the Cincinnati Reds ahead of his induction into the Reds Hall of Fame.
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The Cincinnati Reds are set to lose Eugenio Suárez to the injured list with an oblique strain, but Nathaniel Lowe will slide right into the DH role.
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The Cincinnati Reds will place Eugenio Suárez on the 10-day IL and his likely replacement has been raking down in the minor leagues. Look for the Reds to recall JJ Bleday.
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Last year's trade deadline deal between the Cincinnati Reds and Pittsburgh Pirates has quickly drawn harsh criticism from the fanbase.
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Cincinnati Reds outfielder Noelvi Marte has all the promise in the world, but his slumps and cold streaks have once again sent him to Triple-A. While he has been red hot with Louisville, he will need to step up more to make it back to Cincinnati.
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The Reds have turned road games and late pressure into strengths, and that is why Cincinnati suddenly looks like a real NL Central threat.
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Cincinnati Reds starter Brandon Williamson has struggled with his command since returning to the big leagues, and it'll likely cost him a spot in the rotation.
Drew Koch|
The Cincinnati Reds have been without Nick Lodolo since before Opening Day, but it sounds as though he's getting close to returning.
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The Cincinnati Reds will soon be sending Kyle Nicolas back to the minor leagues, but will they wait until Caleb Ferguson returns from the IL?
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Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell spoke about the Los Angeles Dodgers unfair advantage with Shohei Ohtani on the roster. Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona should follow suit.
Drew Koch|
The Cincinnati Reds have passed up more challenge opportunities than any other team in the Majors. That ABS strategy may be costing the struggling offense significantly.
Abigail Miskowiec|
The Cincinnati Reds placed both Nick Lodolo and Hunter Greene on the injured list. But those aren't the only Reds starters missing time.
Drew Koch|
Cincinnati Reds fans have been clamoring for JJ Bleday to be called up to the major leagues, and rightfully so. But what would Bleday's role be?
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Cincinnati Reds pitcher Rhett Lowder has been overshadowed by his teammate, Sal Stewart, during the early-going. But Lowder could be in the Rookie of the Year conversation.
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Somehow, the Cincinnati Reds are off to their best start in 20 years despite not playing their best baseball, and the way it's happening has them set up for massive success.
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Rece Hinds has received a lot of playing time since being called up, and he rewarded the Cincinnati Reds' trust with a key hit versus the Minnesota Twins.
Drew Koch|
TJ Friedl came up clutch against the Minnesota Twins and the Cincinnati Reds need their leadoff hitter to start getting on base with regularity.
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Cincinnati Reds slugger Eugenio Suarez showing out with the glove sets the scene for a tough conversation with Ke'Bryan Hayes as a lineup shuffle feels inevitable.
Stephen Parello|
Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona mentioned the need to give Elly De La Cruz more days off. Monday against the Tampa Bay Rays is a good place to start.
Drew Koch|
The Cincinnati Reds have quietly built the best bullpen in baseball, though there are some warning signs that need to be addressed in order for the unit to keep excelling.
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