Francona Says Reds Must Improve Before 2027
The Cincinnati Reds manager spoke on Reds Hot Stove about the team's need to get better after a 75-87 season.
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Coverage here follows baseball in the Queen City, from the Major League club through the minor league system. Reporting takes in games, trades, contracts, front office decisions and the business around the sport.
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November 4, 2026
Reds Hire Joe Torres as Pitching CoachCincinnati names the former Guardians assistant to rebuild a pitching staff that struggled in 2026.
November 4, 2026
Reds Eye Nick Martinez in Free AgencyMLB.com's Mark Feinsand suggests Cincinnati could pursue the veteran right-hander to fill the rotation spot left open by Brady Singer's departure.
November 3, 2026
Sal Stewart Named NL Rookie of the Year FinalistThe Reds infielder is one of three finalists for the 2026 National League Rookie of the Year award announced by Major League Baseball.
October 31, 2026
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October 30, 2026
Cincinnati Reds Explore Trading Elly De La CruzThe team considers moving the young star to rebuild its farm system as arbitration salary costs rise.
October 29, 2026
Savannah Bananas to Add Third Game in CincinnatiThe popular exhibition baseball team will expand its Cincinnati tour stop to three dates in July 2027.
October 28, 2026
MLB Players Name Reds Sal Stewart NL RookieCincinnati Reds infielder Sal Stewart secures top rookie honors in the annual Players Choice Awards voting.
October 27, 2026
JJ Bleday Completes 2026 Season With Cincinnati RedsThe outfielder finished his campaign with 24 home runs and 58 RBIs across 133 games.
October 22, 2026
Former Cincinnati Reds Champion Todd Benzinger Dies at 63The 1990 World Series winner famously secured the final out for the championship team.
October 22, 2026
Reds Arbitration Class to Cost $41.6 Million in 2027MLB Trade Rumors projects significant salary increases for eleven arbitration-eligible Cincinnati players in 2027.
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