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Burns seeks to keep sensational season rolling in 1st start vs. Cardinals

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CINCINNATI -- After a subpar start, Reds All-Star Chase Burns got right back on track last time out. On Wednesday, Burns will seek to keep his sensational season rolling when he faces the Cardinals at Great American Ball Park.

Francona has faith in Elly as he seeks to spark struggling lineup

Abbott twirls quality start, including 17 consecutive strikes, but doesn't get run support
August 18, 2026

CINCINNATI -- For those wondering why manager Terry Francona isn't giving shortstop Elly De La Cruz a full day off, look no further than Tuesday's 3-0 Reds’ loss to the Cardinals.

Struggling Marte optioned to Triple-A; C Banfield recalled

August 18, 2026

CINCINNATI -- After a long stretch of seeing him struggle both offensively and defensively in right field for the Reds, manager Terry Francona had Noelvi Marte in his office on Monday night and asked him how he thought things were going. "And he said, ‘Not very well,’" Francona said. For

How did this Russian tennis superstar turn into a huge Reds fan?

August 18, 2026

CINCINNATI — How does a Russian professional tennis star become a Reds fan, let alone a baseball fan? Through a combination of old school and new school ways. Daniil Medvedev, currently the No. 7-ranked ATP player in the world, is in town to play the Cincinnati Open. He told the

Big leaguers need reminders to stretch, too. Just ask Reds' Williamson

August 18, 2026

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Walk-off for Elly! First career winner lifts Reds to twin-bill split with Cards

August 17, 2026

CINCINNATI — Elly De La Cruz doesn't like getting days off from Reds manager Terry Francona and the superstar shortstop feels barely better about being used as a designated hitter.

Hunter Greene to undergo right elbow surgery

August 11, 2026

WASHINGTON — After he underwent a second opinion for his sore right elbow, Reds starting pitcher Hunter Greene will have to undergo surgery to repair a damaged ulnar collateral ligament. The type and extent of the procedure Greene will need is not yet known. It will take place on Wednesday.

Reds squander Singer's quality start to close out tough set against Nats

August 9, 2026

WASHINGTON -- It was a weekend where all the Reds' momentum -- especially offensively -- grounded to a halt much like a congressional filibuster can do for a bill on its way to becoming a law. On Sunday afternoon, Reds hitters were faced with a Nationals bullpen day from an

Burns' streak of winning decisions ends at a dozen

August 9, 2026

WASHINGTON — With small playoff chances and the hardest remaining schedule in the Major Leagues, the Reds can no longer afford to squander any series. Especially against a team also not currently contending like the Nationals and while they have All-Star Chase Burns on the mound. But that's exactly what

Geno, Elly join exclusive Reds company with HRs in Washington

August 8, 2026

WASHINGTON -- After trailing early to the Nationals on Friday, the Reds responded in a manner that made it feel like they had the ingredients on the counter to cook up a comeback. It was a bullpen game, but relievers mostly did well while the offense responded with three solo

Just a fan at Bengals' camp, Stewart meets his football hero

August 7, 2026

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Lowder earns first victory since April as Reds win 10th in 14 games

August 5, 2026

CINCINNATI -- Entering Wednesday, the Reds' chances of making the playoffs – according to FanGraphs – were just 2%. Not great at all, or even close to good, but players haven't written themselves off with just under two months until the postseason. Wednesday's 3-2 victory over the A's at Great

Greene goes back on injured list with sore elbow, to get second opinion

August 5, 2026

CINCINNATI — Only five starts into his return from elbow surgery, Reds starting pitcher Hunter Greene went on the 15-day injured list Wednesday after experiencing right elbow soreness. Greene, who had an MRI on Wednesday morning, is headed to Los Angeles for a second opinion from Dr. Neal ElAttrache on

Lodolo (blister) makes rehab start at Triple-A, on track to return soon

August 5, 2026

CINCINNATI -- Starting pitcher Nick Lodolo made a rehab start Wednesday afternoon for Triple-A Louisville, and depending on how he felt coming out of the outing, the lefty could soon return to the big leagues. Lodolo, who went on the injured list for the second time this season July 12

With roster largely intact, Reds earn WILD win in 1st game post-Deadline

August 5, 2026

CINCINNATI -- When Monday's Trade Deadline came and went without him being dealt away from the Reds, catcher Tyler Stephenson could immediately relax and felt the weight of uncertainty lift. “I did sleep a lot better last night, that’s for sure," Stephenson said.

Reds' No. 3 prospect Rodríguez robbed of 1st hit in MLB debut

August 4, 2026

CINCINNATI — The Reds did have one Trade Deadline acquisition arrive at their clubhouse on Tuesday, but it wasn't someone from the one that just expired on Monday. It was their No. 3 prospect, Héctor Rodríguez, who was once an 18-year-old low-level prospect who came from the Mets at the

Reds call up No. 3 prospect Rodríguez from Triple-A

August 4, 2026

CINCINNATI -- Although not a Trade Deadline move, the Reds are bringing up one of their own top prospects after making a deal on Monday. Cincinnati called up its No. 3 prospect, outfielder Héctor Rodríguez, from Triple-A Louisville on Tuesday and he will be in the lineup vs. the A's

Reds' core remains mostly intact after quiet Deadline

August 3, 2026

CINCINNATI -- With no shortage of available players -- including seven with expiring contracts at season's end -- the Reds were figured to be a very active club with transactions ahead of Monday's Trade Deadline. However, it did not turn out that way. When the clock struck 6 p.m. ET,

Through rain, rough conditions, Burns shines for 12th straight win

August 2, 2026

CINCINNATI -- For the Reds' final game before Monday's Trade Deadline, Chase Burns worked through the rain, rough mound conditions and a unique delay while getting plenty of boost from hitters -- trade chips and non-trade chips alike. In the end, the pitching line showed that Burns cruised through six

The best baseball players born on Aug. 2

August 2, 2026

Who are the best players born on each day of the year? We have a list for every day on the calendar. Here’s a subjective ranking of the top five for Aug. 2. 1) Tim Wakefield (1966) One of the best knuckleball pitchers of all time during his 19-year career

Could Greene's days in Cincinnati be numbered? He doesn't think so

July 31, 2026

CINCINNATI -- An anticipated marquee pitching matchup between Hunter Greene and Paul Skenes wound up having both stars experience trouble finding grooves early. By the time both pitchers were finished for the night on the way to a wild 8-7 Reds win over the Pirates, only one question really mattered

RBI machine Stewart does what he does best to spark two Reds comebacks

July 31, 2026

CINCINNATI -- Sal Stewart sure knows how to sniff out RBI opportunities. The Reds' rookie first baseman helped engineer not just one, but two comebacks against the Pirates on Friday by doing what he has done best in 2026 -- coming up huge in run-scoring chances.

Lodolo (blister) takes next step to Reds return with live BP 

July 31, 2026

CINCINNATI -- In terms of the health of his problematic left index finger and trying a grip change with how he throws his best pitch, Reds starting pitcher Nick Lodolo came away feeling positive after facing hitters in live batting practice on Friday. Lodolo threw 50 pitches over three simulated

These Reds could be moved at Trade Deadline. But where?

July 31, 2026

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Elly caps 3-double night by scoring on walk-off fielder's choice

July 30, 2026

CINCINNATI — As Monday's 6 p.m. ET Trade Deadline creeps closer, there are lots of questions surrounding the Reds about who might stay and who might go. That drama doesn't really extend to shortstop Elly De La Cruz, the superstar who isn't expected to be dealt even if there's a