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Krall assumes responsibility for disappointing season, discusses future with Reds

September 13, 2026

MILWAUKEE -- As the Reds head into the final two weeks of a 2026 season where they won't make the playoffs, president of baseball operations Nick Krall took responsibility for the club's disappointing year. And when asked if he felt good about his status with Reds ownership, Krall expected to

Reds' pitching woes reach level not seen in 125 years

September 12, 2026

MILWAUKEE -- If you're thinking you've never seen the Reds give up so many runs in consecutive games, your instincts are rock solid. What hasn't been remotely close to rock solid of late is Cincinnati's pitching. Saturday's 13-9 defeat to the Brewers at American Family Field meant a new entry

McLain (shoulder) scratched: 'Needs a day or two'

September 12, 2026

MILWAUKEE -- Originally in the lineup on Saturday vs. the Brewers, Reds second baseman Matt McLain was scratched after experiencing a sore left shoulder. McLain, who missed the entire 2024 season because of left shoulder surgery, doesn't believe the issue would linger. “I think it’s going to be good, but

Reds on wrong end of lopsided loss to Brewers

September 12, 2026

MILWAUKEE -- After they departed Los Angeles late Wednesday, a mechanical issue with their airplane forced the Reds to divert to Las Vegas and spend the night. They spent most of Thursday's off-day there before finally getting to Milwaukee late in the evening. Not a bad place to be for

Steer (right wrist sprain) cleared to increase activities, but likely won't return in 2026

September 11, 2026

MILWAUKEE — Injured Reds super utility player Spencer Steer got some good news about his right wrist from a follow-up visit with a specialist on Friday, but it likely won't be enough for him to salvage what's remaining of the 2026 season.

Elly saves injured bird, then soars with 2-run homer, 4-RBI game

Reds get first home series win over Brewers since 2022
September 6, 2026

CINCINNATI — Usually a shortstop, Elly De La Cruz served as the Reds' designated hitter on Sunday. Not only did De La Cruz put baseballs into flight with his bat against the Brewers, he flashed some avian trapping and fowling skills to nab a troubled bird unable to get back

Ashcraft returns from IL; Moll designated for assignment

September 6, 2026

CINCINNATI — The Reds activated right-handed reliever Graham Ashcraft on Sunday from the 60-day injured list while left-handed reliever Sam Moll was designated for assignment. Ashcraft, who had been on the IL since May 29 with a UCL sprain in his right elbow, had five rehab assignment games with Triple-A

Geno celebrates US citizenship by matching Junior with 210 HRs for Reds

September 5, 2026

CINCINNATI -- Eugenio Suárez missed the Reds' previous two games to be in Miami for his U.S. naturalization exams. Back in the lineup on Friday night after passing his test, Suárez had some great American moments at Great American Ball Park. First, teammates hung an American flag and a stars-and-stripes-laden

Myers fears no wall! Reds' CF robs another Brewers hitter with incredible catch

September 4, 2026

CINCINNATI -- Reds center fielder Dane Myers has become known for giving up his body to crash into walls to make a play -- including earlier this season on June 29 in Milwaukee. But in Friday night's 10-7 loss to the Brewers, Myers reached above the wall instead and made

Reds have high hopes for newly promoted prospect Jorge

September 4, 2026

CINCINNATI -- Carlos Jorge was one of those Minor League camp players who stood out to Reds manager Terry Francona this year in Spring Training when the outfield prospect came over for numerous Cactus League games. “His energy is out the [butt], which is good," Francona said.

Reds' top prospect Duno having no trouble with promotion to Double-A

September 4, 2026

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Williamson tosses name back into rotation hat with solid return start

September 2, 2026

CINCINNATI -- While the Reds are still trying to win as many games as they can during what remains of the 2026 season, they're also trying to envision a 2027 starting rotation without the injured Hunter Greene. That's where Brandon Williamson can come into the picture. Pitching for Cincinnati on

Reds continue push against playoff teams with all-around comeback win

September 1, 2026

CINCINNATI – Jose Trevino appreciated the confidence the Reds had in him to deliver success in a crucial moment on Tuesday. The backup catcher was entrusted to bat for himself with the bases loaded in the bottom of the eighth of a tied game. Manager Terry Francona could have gone

Williamson activated, Brito recalled to fill expanded roster

September 1, 2026

CINCINNATI — With Major League rosters expanded from 26 to 28 players for September, the Reds added two players on Tuesday. As expected, left-handed starting pitcher Brandon Williamson was activated from the 60-day injured list. Also, infielder Juan Brito was recalled from Triple-A Louisville.

Catching up with broadcaster, world traveler Joey Votto

September 1, 2026

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Veteran umpire Gonzalez exits Padres-Reds game due to heat exhaustion

August 31, 2026

CINCINNATI -- Monday's series opener between the Reds and Padres was delayed for several minutes before the start of the fifth inning after home-plate umpire Manny Gonzalez appeared to have medical distress. According to MLB umpire supervisor Randy Marsh, Gonzalez left due to heat exhaustion. It was a hot and

Elly (quadriceps tightness) returns to lineup as DH after Sunday's early exit

August 31, 2026

CINCINNATI -- After coming out of Sunday's game early because of tightness in his left quadriceps, Elly De La Cruz was cleared to be in Monday's lineup for the Reds vs. the Padres. However instead of playing his usual shortstop, De La Cruz was the designated hitter for the sixth

Reds unveil new approach to Burns' starts for the rest of '26

August 31, 2026

CINCINNATI -- The Reds want and expect to have All-Star starting pitcher Chase Burns finish the season without being shut down. But Burns' starts the rest of the way won't be as traditional, manager Terry Francona revealed on Monday. Burns, who earned his 15th win during Sunday's 7-5 Reds victory

Burns overcomes PCA's homer and much more in electric night at Wrigley

August 31, 2026

CHICAGO -- There was plenty for All-Star starter Chase Burns to overcome while pitching for the Reds against the Cubs on Sunday night at Wrigley Field. Among the obstacles: heavy rain showers, a tough opposing lineup topped by MVP candidate Pete Crow-Armstrong and his own team's suspect defense. As Burns

Stewart in rare Reds company with 30-homer, 100-RBI rookie campaign

August 29, 2026

CHICAGO -- It could be a close competition over the final month of the season for National League Rookie of the Year. But Reds first baseman Sal Stewart now has something on his side the other candidates won't have. History.

Stewart makes latest case for Rookie of the Year in Reds' win at Wrigley

August 28, 2026

CHICAGO -- As Sal Stewart stood in front of his locker Friday afternoon, Reds teammates were saying "Rookie of the Year" and calling out "ROY." Those calls could very well get louder from inside and outside of the clubhouse if the first baseman puts together one more strong month. Stewart

Hayes (groin strain) placed on 10-day IL; Arroyo recalled

August 28, 2026

CHICAGO -- There's been another setback during Reds third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes' rough season. Hayes was placed on the 10-day injured list (retroactive to Thursday) prior to Friday’s game against the Cubs at Wrigley Field with a left groin strain. Infielder Edwin Arroyo was recalled from Triple-A Louisville to replace

Suárez, Friedl back with Reds after clearing waivers

August 28, 2026

CHICAGO -- After going unclaimed and clearing outright waivers during Thursday's off-day, third baseman/designated hitter Eugenio Suárez was back to work Friday like it was any other game day. That's because the Reds were preparing to play a day game vs. the Cubs at Wrigley Field.

Is Stewart the frontrunner for NL Rookie of the Year? Here are the contenders

August 27, 2026

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Rodríguez's 2-HR cameo from leadoff spot sparks Reds' historic rally

August 26, 2026

SAN FRANCISCO -- Facing an ever-growing issue of the Reds lineup lacking run production, manager Terry Francona tried something new and moved rookie Héctor Rodríguez into the leadoff spot for Wednesday's series finale against the Giants. It put Rodríguez ahead of Elly De La Cruz, who led off every game