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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...

Cincinnati Reds ownership deserves real credit for the signing of Eugenio Suárez — and it goes beyond just adding a familiar face. On Tuesday afternoon, Suárez and Reds President of Baseball Operations Nick Krall spoke with the media, and one key detail stood out: ownership approved spending beyond the team’s original offseason budget to make the deal happen. Based on earlier projections, it appea...

How will fans watch the Cincinnati Reds in 2026?With MLB increasingly taking control of local media rights and regional sports networks continuing to change, the way Reds games are broadcast is shifting. In this video, I break down every way fans can watch the Reds in 2026, whether you have cable, don’t have cable, or live outside the Cincinnati market. We cover:• In-market vs out-of-market viewin...

The Cincinnati Reds are bringing back a familiar face, signing Geno Suárez — and this move says a lot about where the organization is headed. In this video, I break down why reuniting with Suárez makes sense for Cincinnati, how his power and experience immediately help the offense, and why this is a decision that deserves real credit from the front office. From lineup balance to clubhouse leadersh...

Cincinnati Reds legend Joey Votto is reportedly landing a major new role in baseball media. According to Michael McCarthy of Front Office Sports , NBC Sports is finalizing a deal that would make Votto part of its Major League Baseball coverage this fall. Votto would join an impressive group that includes Clayton Kershaw and Anthony Rizzo as NBC continues to build out its MLB broadcast team. In thi...

Cincinnati Reds fans are never short on opinions — and this time, they didn’t hold back. I asked Reds fans to send in their boldest predictions for the 2026 season, and some of these takes are WILD. From breakout stars to playoff predictions, awards, and unexpected surprises, we’re reacting to everything the fanbase had to say.⚾ What’s YOUR bold prediction for the Reds in 2026? Drop it in the com...

The Cincinnati Reds are facing major uncertainty heading into the 2026 season. With their local TV deal still unresolved, the Reds are now involved in emergency talks with a new streaming service that could reshape how fans watch games in the future. At the same time, several major developments are unfolding across the organization. Three Reds prospects earned preseason Top 100 recognition, two cu...