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The Cincinnati Reds entered the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline five games under .500 and in last place in the NL Central, but Nick Krall and the front office once again chose to avoid a full buy or sell approach. In this video, I break down why this strategy feels so familiar, how the Reds handled previous deadlines, and why many fans believe this year’s deadline could be the final straw. Do you think th...

Chattanooga Lookouts first baseman Ruben Ibarra joins Cincinnati Reds Daily for an exclusive interview! We discuss:His incredible power and 498-foot home runHis recent home run surgeBeing drafted by the Cincinnati RedsThe grind of climbing through the minor leaguesHis favorite career momentsSkyline ChiliThe "Sexy Dexy" doubles celebrationHis goals for reaching the major leaguesIf you enjoy Reds pr...

The MLB Trade Deadline is approaching, and Nick Krall’s latest comments have Reds fans talking. On this episode of Queen City Reds, we break down Krall’s comments about the Cincinnati Reds’ farm system and why many fans and analysts aren’t buying his confidence. We discuss what his remarks could mean for the organization’s direction heading into the trade deadline and beyond. We also cover the Red...

The Cincinnati Reds have reportedly agreed to a 7-year, $105 million contract extension with All-Star pitcher Chase Burns, according to Jon Morosi of MLB Network. In this video, I break down what the deal means for the Reds, why locking up Burns early could save the organization millions in the future, and how this impacts the franchise moving forward. We also discuss Burns' dominant 2026 season,...

The Cincinnati Reds have reached the All-Star break, and it’s time to evaluate the first half of the season. Clay Snowden of Just Baseball joins the show to discuss his recent article arguing that it’s time for the Reds to move on from President of Baseball Operations Nick Krall. We break down the reasoning behind that opinion, what has gone wrong this season, and whether a change in leadership is...

Cincinnati Reds prospect Jay Allen II joins me to talk about his strong first half at Double-A Chattanooga, what changed after a difficult 2025 season and the adjustments that have helped him take a major step forward. Allen also takes us back to the 2021 MLB Draft, talks about the teams that showed interest in him and what he remembers about being selected by the Cincinnati Reds. We also discuss...

Reds manager Terry Francona met with reporters, including Mike Petraglia , ahead of Tuesday’s series opener against the Philadelphia Phillies and provided numerous injury updates. The Reds are slowly, but surely getting healthy. However, their play hasn’t improved on the field. Get full access to RedsDaily4 at redsdaily4.substack.com/subscribe

The MLB Trade Deadline is quickly approaching, and it's time to check in on the Cincinnati Reds. We'll break down where the Reds stand, whether they should buy or sell, the latest trade rumors, players who could be moved, potential trade targets, and what Nick Krall should do over the next few weeks. We'll also discuss the recent performances of Hunter Greene, Chase Burns, Nick Lodolo, Tyler Steph...

Tyler Stephenson is playing some of his best baseball of the season, hitting .352/.407/.537 over the last month while reminding everyone why productive offensive catchers are so valuable. With the MLB trade deadline approaching, the Cincinnati Reds have a major decision to make. If the Reds plan to sign Stephenson to a long-term extension, the choice is simple—keep him. But if an extension isn't i...

The Cincinnati Reds have a major decision to make before the trade deadline, and it may involve one of their best starting pitchers. Nick Lodolo is coming off the best season of his career and has started to regain his form with two dominant outings. With only one more season of team control after 2026, is now the perfect time for Cincinnati to sell high? In this video, I explain:Why the Reds shou...

Hunter Greene may have thrown his final rehab start. The Reds’ ace wrapped up another dominant outing with the Louisville Bats, allowing just one hit over 6.1 scoreless innings while striking out four and walking nobody. After the game, Greene made it sound like he believes his rehab assignment is complete. “It was a goal of mine to go scoreless my whole rehab stint. I was glad to be able to do th...

The Cincinnati Reds were swept by the St. Louis Cardinals in devastating fashion, blowing leads in all three games. With Elly De La Cruz sidelined and the club continuing to slide in the standings, the reality of becoming sellers at the MLB Trade Deadline is becoming harder to ignore. If Cincinnati falls out of contention, which players make the most sense to move? In this video, we break down fou...

The Cincinnati Reds and Sal Stewart have not had formal extension talks yet, but both sides appear open to the possibility. On Thursday, Reds President of Baseball Operations Nick Krall revealed where things stand regarding a potential long-term contract for the rookie infielder. Stewart also shared his thoughts on a possible extension and whether he’d be interested in staying in Cincinnati long-t...

The Cincinnati Reds made a surprising move Thursday, trading outfielder Rece Hinds to the Miami Marlins for right-handed pitcher Zach McCambley. But who exactly is McCambley and what are the Reds getting? We break down his background, Triple A performance, Rule 5 Draft journey, strengths, concerns, and why Cincinnati may believe there is something to unlock with the 27-year-old right hander. Plus,...

The Cincinnati Reds opened Spring Training this weekend, and several players immediately stood out. In this video, we break down the biggest takeaways from the Reds’ first two games, including Chase Burns’ debut, Elly De La Cruz’s dominant performance, JJ Bleday making a strong first impression, and Rhett Lowder showing why he is one of the organization’s top young pitchers. We also discuss Matt M...

The Cincinnati Reds head into the 2026 season with something they haven’t always had at first base — depth, power, and legitimate upside. In this video, we break down the Reds’ first base situation, including: • Why Sal Stewart could emerge as the primary first baseman• What Eugenio Suarez brings after hitting 49 home runs in 2025• Spencer Steer’s role and why his production after May was encourag...

The Cincinnati Reds may have found a special arm in second-round draft pick Aaron Watson. In this exclusive one-on-one interview, Aaron Watson joins Cincinnati Reds Daily to discuss:• His experience being drafted by the Reds• What draft day was really like• His goals for the 2026 season• His transition from high school to professional baseball• What he’s focused on improving right now• His first i...

When the Cincinnati Reds signed Nathaniel Lowe to a minor league deal, most assumed he was simply organizational depth. But the more you look at the numbers, the more it becomes clear he could have a very real chance to make the Opening Day roster. Lowe’s production against right-handed pitching stands out compared to players like Will Benson and JJ Bleday. His career .789 OPS against right-hander...

A national analyst is projecting the Cincinnati Reds to finish under 82.5 wins, largely due to concerns about their pitching staff. But when you actually look at the numbers, the criticism of Andrew Abbott, Nick Lodolo, and Chase Burns doesn’t tell the full story. Abbott has consistently outperformed expectations, Lodolo just had the best season of his career, and singling out Burns for injury ris...

The Cincinnati Reds have signed veteran first baseman Nathaniel Lowe to a minor league deal, according to reports from Mark Feinsand and Mark Sheldon. Lowe, a former AL Silver Slugger, brings experience and on-base ability to the organization. After a down stretch with the Nationals, he rebounded with the Red Sox late last season — slashing .280/.370/.420 in Boston. Is this just depth? Or could Lo...

The Philadelphia Phillies released former All-Star Nick Castellanos, and MLB Network insider Jon Heyman mentioned the Cincinnati Reds as a possible landing spot. Should the Reds bring Castellanos back? While he was dominant during his time in Cincinnati — slashing .284/.343/.550 with 48 home runs in 198 games — his production and defense have declined. Castellanos posted a .250/.294/.400 slash lin...

If you’re wondering how to watch the Cincinnati Reds in 2026, this video breaks everything down for you. I go through the updated FAQs from the Reds website and explain how to watch whether you: • Live in-market• Have cable• Don’t have cable• Use streaming services• Live out-of-market• Plan to use MLB.TV There’s been a lot of confusion around blackouts, regional coverage, and streaming access — so...

With Spring Training officially underway, Opening Day roster predictions are starting to roll in — and one Cincinnati Reds projection is already sparking debate. Reds beat writer Mark Sheldon released his first Opening Day roster projection, and it includes one controversial decision involving Chase Burns and Rhett Lowder. Sheldon projects Lowder winning the fifth starter spot, while Burns opens t...

Spring Training is right around the corner, and the Cincinnati Reds have a busy schedule leading up to Opening Day. In this video, I break down the key Cincinnati Reds Spring Training dates you should know — from pitchers and catchers reporting, to the first full-squad workout, Spring Training games, and Opening Day. Whether you’re tracking roster battles, prospect appearances, or just counting do...

FanGraphs released its latest projections and playoff odds for the 2026 MLB season, and the numbers for the Cincinnati Reds are surprisingly low. Despite coming off an 83-win season, adding Eugenio Suárez, and revamping the bullpen, the Reds are projected to win fewer games and have under a 20 percent chance to make the playoffs. I break down the projections, NL Central odds, a wild designated hit...