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Cincinnati Reds pitcher Nick Martinez has yet to allow a run during spring training, but the right-hander's role has yet to be defined. Manager David Bell may opt to begin the season with Martinez in the Reds starting rotation in Nick Lodolo's absence.
Drew Koch|
Reds fans have been worried since they were made aware of Matt McLain's injury earlier this spring. But Cincinnati manager brought some good news this week. When will Reds Country see their star infielder return to the field?
Drew Koch|
Joey Votto is not drawing much interest in free agency. A reunion with the Cincinnati Reds is all but off the table, though fans may still get what they want.
Drew Koch|
The outfield platoon was something that Cincinnati Reds manager David Bell went to often in 2023. Will Benson is hoping that's not the case in 2024. The left-handed hitting outfielder is making his case to be an everyday player during the upcoming season.
Drew Koch|
Cincinnati Reds pitcher Frankie Montas claimed that he alone would win 20 games in 2024. Perhaps he may want to reconsider that bold statement following a rough outing in the Cactus League on Sunday.
Drew Koch|
The Cincinnati Reds have played a handful of games this spring, and the battle for the final few spots on the Opening Day roster are in full swing. Elly De La Cruz crushed a mammoth homer last week, and Jose Barrero is still hitless.
Drew Koch|
The Cubs were rumored to be interested in acquiring Matt Chapman this offseason. The Giants put an end the speculation after signing the free agent third baseman to a three-year deal. The Reds are still sitting pretty in the NL Central.
Drew Koch|
The Todd Frazier trade never really worked out well for the Cincinnati Reds. In exchange for the two-time All-Star, the Reds received three replacement level players. One of them, Brandon Dixon, officially announced his retirement this week.
Drew Koch|
Spring training offers hope to the fans, but also brings harsh overreactions. What the biggest overreactions through the first week of Cincinnati Reds' spring training? How will Will Benson's spring shape his season? Will Frankie Montas return to form?
Drew Koch|
Nick Lodolo is still not 100%, but the Cincinnati Reds left-hander is working his way back following an injury-plagued 2023 season. His teammate, Jonathan India, heaped some high praise on the Reds' starter.
Drew Koch|
Cincinnati Reds reliever Ian Gibaut hasn't appeared in a Cactus League yet this spring. Gibaut's absence could open the door for Tejay Antone to make the Reds Opening Day roster.
Drew Koch|
Joey Votto is still unsigned, and even if the former Cincinnati Reds first baseman is able to secure a new deal, it'll be a massive reduction in salary. Bleacher Report's salary projections don't offer Votto much hope for a big pay day.
Drew Koch|
The Cincinnati Reds are looking to reclaim a spot in the MLB Postseason this year. Jonathan India has a message for Reds fans ahead of the 2024 campaign.
Drew Koch|
There was chatter all offseason about a potential position change for Elly De La Cruz. As it turns out, he may have no say in the matter if top infield prospect Edwin Arroyo keeps playing like he has so far this spring.
Drew Koch|
The Cincinnati Reds are getting love from MLB analyst Ben Verlander. That's not going to sit well with fans of the St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs.
Drew Koch|
Tony Santillan was, at one time, one of the best relievers in the Cincinnati Reds organization. But a lot has changed over the past few years. Santillan is trying to reclaim his rightful spot in the Reds' bullpen.
Drew Koch|
The Cincinnati Reds have very few position battles this spring, but the biggest of them likely involves Stuart Fairchild and that final spot on the bench. The Reds have several players vying for that final spot, but Fairchild has done nothing to lose it.
Drew Koch|
The Seattle Mariners and Cincinnati Reds will face off in a spring game today, and Luis Castillo will face his former team for the first time. Former top infield prospect Jose Barrero is also starting his second straight game on the outfield grass.
Drew Koch|
Get ready to step into the time machine Cincinnati Reds fans, because we're about to take a nostalgic trip through the glory days of Starter jackets. But hold onto your hats – or should I say jackets – because there's a twist: new MLB Starter jackets are
Nathan Cunningham|
The Chicago Cubs signed Cody Bellinger over the weekend, and have reestablished themselves as a threat to the Cincinnati Reds in the NL Central. But if the Cubs make another splash in free agency, they'll vault to the front of the line.
Drew Koch|
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