3 roster battles intensifying in Reds camp -- and 1 that's settled
GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- Following the latest round of Reds Spring Training cuts, there are 42 players left in camp, with no shockers among the transactions to this point. There have been only a few roles up for grabs, but no major decisions have been made with just under two weeks
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Budding ace Abbott named Reds' Opening Day starter
GOODYEAR, Ariz. – A big NASCAR fan, Reds starting pitcher Andrew Abbott was given permission by manager Terry Francona to depart Sunday's workout early and go down the road to see the Cup race at Phoenix Raceway. But first, Abbott was in the training room getting treatment when Francona popped
1 position battle still undecided for each team
There's so much on the line every Spring Training as all 30 MLB teams work to finalize their rosters for Opening Day. While some positions are set long before the season begins, each club is still trying to nail down at least one key aspect of its roster -- and
Lowe carrying memory of his mother days after she passes away from brain cancer
GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- Nathaniel Lowe spoke about his mother, Wendy, proudly and fondly. But at the same time, the sadness was palpable as Lowe's hands wrung nervously together while speaking. Wendy Lowe, also the mother to Angels outfielder Josh Lowe, died on Wednesday from glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain
Lodolo effective despite base traffic in Spring Training outing
SURPRISE, Ariz. – For his second Spring Training start of 2026, Reds starting pitcher Nick Lodolo got plenty of opportunities to work from the stretch. While that's not often what a pitcher wants, Lodolo was able to turn it into a positive against the Royals on Saturday. During a 6-2
Latest Reds injuries & transactions
This page will be updated throughout the 2026 season with all the latest Reds injury news and transactions.
How the ‘24 Draft class could shape the ‘26 season
The 2024 Draft class is shaping up to be one of the best in recent memory. Following a 2023 class that featured some of the best top-end prospect talent of any Draft -- with names like Paul Skenes, Dylan Crews, Wyatt Langford and Max Clark going in the top five
An early look at Reds' potential Opening Day roster
GOODYEAR, Ariz. – In just over two weeks, on March 22, the Reds will break camp and could have their 26-man roster figured out – or at least be very close to it. That makes now as good a time as any to check back in with an updated Opening
6 sneaky-fun teams to watch this season
The great NBA writer and podcaster Zach Lowe puts together an annual list called his NBA League Pass Rankings, based on watchability -- which teams, when you stumble across one of their games, you don’t dare click away. I’ve always loved this feature, because, as a sports fan, you understand
Here's the Reds' player pool for their Spring Breakout game
Each year, Spring Breakout features a snapshot of the future. But it’s also a glimpse into the not-too-distant present. Just a year ago, Sal Stewart delivered a two-hit, three-RBI game during the Reds’ Spring Breakout victory over the Brewers. Fast forward to present day, and after a Minor League campaign
Bats help Reds keep pace in farm system rankings
For the first time in a decade, Milwaukee is the cream of the crop. The Brewers have ascended to the top spot in the MLB Pipeline farm system rankings. The last time the organization sat atop such a list was the 2016 midseason version, when it claimed eight Top 100
Why adding Nicolas to 'pen was a deal Reds 'had to make'
GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- A modest swap could pay dividends down the road. That’s the plan, at least. The Reds acquired right-hander Kyle Nicolas from Pittsburgh on Wednesday, bringing in the hard-throwing reliever in exchange for prospect and utility man Tyler Callihan. Nicolas won’t join Cincinnati's spring camp until after his
Reds ace Greene to have MRI on stiff right elbow
GOODYEAR, Ariz. – Reds ace Hunter Greene is scheduled for an MRI on Friday after reporting right elbow stiffness earlier this week, manager Terry Francona said on Wednesday. The team booked the procedure after Greene woke up with the discomfort on Tuesday, and he will be evaluated by team physician
Reds add bullpen reinforcement, acquire RHP Nicolas from Pirates
GOODYEAR, Ariz. – The Reds acquired right-hander Kyle Nicolas from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for infielder/outfielder Tyler Callihan (formerly Cincinnati's No. 19 prospect) on Wednesday. The 27-year-old Nicolas has appeared in 86 games over three seasons, and posted a career-best 1.37 WHIP in 31 games (38 innings) last season.
Here are the best potential prospect matchups at 2026 Spring Breakout
The first two years of Spring Breakout have provided several memorable matchups. Baseball's best hitting prospect (Jackson Holliday) faced baseball's best pitching prospect (Paul Skenes) in 2024, resulting in a 102-mph fastball and a strikeout on a 92-mph slider. Four of the game's dozen top-rated prospects faced off in a
Lowder continues dominant spring in second start
GOODYEAR, Ariz. – Wednesday may have started with bad news for the Reds, but it ended with a reminder of just how deep the pitching staff goes. Rhett Lowder (Cincinnati's No. 4 prospect, No. 86 overall) set the tone early in an international exhibition game against Team Cuba, continuing his
2 more HRs, 6 RBIs? It's safe to say McLain is locked in this spring
GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- As manager Terry Francona held shop prior to Monday’s 17-9 drubbing of the Cubs at Goodyear Ballpark, he talked about the challenges associated with finding the optimal way to ramp up his guys prior to the start of the regular season. There’s still more than three weeks
Here are the Reds' 2026 Top 30 prospects
If you like young hitters, then the Reds' farm system might be the one for you. It’s not a shocking new development: Since team rankings began on this site in 2011, making this the 16th edition of a Reds top prospect list, a hitter has now been at No. 1
The numbers behind this spring's most impressive performers
One big difference at Spring Training this year is that full Statcast tracking is now available at every ballpark, which means we get a ton more data on all the players around the league. And there are already plenty of players who stand out -- hitters and pitchers, stars and
McLain homers from No. 2 spot, aims to recapture 2023 form
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New tournament-style format coming to Spring Breakout in '27
Major League Baseball introduced Spring Breakout in 2024 and the prospect showcase games in Florida and Arizona were an immediate hit. Fans and front offices alike loved seeing all those future MLB stars on the field at one time. Now the concept is getting even better. Starting in 2027, the