Baseball: Cincinnati Reds

It's been since February 13th since I took a swing at what the Opening Day roster of the Cincinnati Reds would look like, and in that time there have been a number of pertinent developments. Matt McLain is progressing, though we've still not seen him in a Cactus League game. Noelvi Marte, meanwhile, has returned to action, while there have been…

Cincinnati Reds pitchers and catchers officially reported to their Goodyear, Arizona complex today to begin spring training, and the 2024 Major League Baseball season is officially on the horizon. With that reporting came the obvious - news and updates on some of the players we've been most anticipating for the upcoming year. Injuries, as they are…

The Cincinnati Reds defied the odds at the winter meetings and while they didn't win the draft lottery, they didn't exactly lose it, either. With a winning record the Reds still found themselves moving up the draft lottery as they wound up with the second overall pick in 2024's Major League Baseball Draft. The college baseball season is underway,…

The draw for the fourth edition of the League of Nations was made today in Paris. Albania has recognized its opponents. The Reds will be part of Group B1 along with the Czech Republic, Ukraine and Georgia. Everything will start in September of this year, where Albania will play the first two challenges, then in October the other two matches will be…

Spring training is upon us, and that means fans will be treated to a myriad of roster predictions over the next several weeks. MLB.com's Mark Sheldon released his most recent Opening Day projections, and while there was a lot of sound reasoning in his decision making, he omitted one of the Cincinnati Reds best pitchers. Fernando Cruz was nowhere to…

Kyle Tucker's Houston Astros (39-30) and Jonathan India's Cincinnati Reds (34-35) will clash in the series opener on Friday, June 16 at Minute Maid Park. The matchup will begin at 8:10 PM ET. Bookmakers list the Astros as -165 moneyline favorites, while giving the underdog Reds+135 moneyline odds. The over/under for the contest is set at 8.5…

This is a match that will go a long way to determining what the back half of Arsenal's schedule will determine when it comes to the EPL standings. The Gunners need to find a way to defend home turf and beat first-place Liverpool if they want to stay in the chase for the team title. Liverpool's top attacker, Mo Salah, is questionable to play with an…

RWDM and Standard Liege will trade tackles in a Jupiler League matchday 24 fixture on Saturday. The home side are coming into the game on the back of a 3-2 defeat away to Royal Union on Wednesday. Gustaf Nilsson, Cameron Puertas and Mohamed Amoura all found the back of the net to guide the league leaders to victory. Standard Liege, meanwhile, fell…

Bleacher Report recently published their latest roster projections for the upcoming season. While predicting the Opening Day lineup of all 30 major league teams, the outlet had some intriguing selections for the Cincinnati Reds. Unsurprisingly, TJ Friedl and Matt Matt McLain were selected to occupy the top two spots in Cincinnati's batting order.…

Ukraine to win 3-0 against Malta- 6/1! At 6/1, a £10 bet would return £70! After a dramatic, come-from-behind victory in Skopje on Friday night, can Ukraine back it up with a win at their temporary home in Trnava, Slovakia? Three days ago, the Blue and Yellows were in serious trouble in this group, finding themselves 2-0 down against North…

The Detroit Tigers (66-79) will rely on Spencer Torkelson when they host Spencer Steer and the Cincinnati Reds (76-71) at Comerica Park on Thursday, September 14. The first pitch will be thrown at 1:10 PM ET. The Tigers are favored in this one, at -120, while the underdog Reds have+100 odds to win. The game's total has been listed at 8.5…

When the Minnesota Twins (80-72) play the Cincinnati Reds (79-74) at Great American Ball Park on Wednesday, September 20 at 12:35 PM ET, Willi Castro will be looking for his 30th steal of the season (he currently has 29). The Reds are favored in this one, at -125, while the underdog Twins have+105 odds to win. The over/under for the matchup has…

Wednesday's contest that pits the Cincinnati Reds (62-59) versus the Cleveland Guardians (58-62) at Great American Ball Park is expected to be a tight matchup based on our computer prediction, which projects a final score of 5-3 in favor of the Reds. Game time is at 6:40 PM ET on August 16. The Reds will look to Andrew Abbott (7-3) against the…

Lane Thomas will lead the charge for the Washington Nationals (34-52) on Thursday, July 6, when they square off against Spencer Steer and the Cincinnati Reds (48-39) at Nationals Park at 1:05 PM ET. The Nationals are the favorite in this one, at -125, while the underdog Reds have+105 odds to play spoiler. The game's total is set at 9.5…

Tuesday's game between the Detroit Tigers (66-77) and the Cincinnati Reds (74-71) at Comerica Park should be a close matchup, as our computer prediction projects a final score of 6-4, with the Tigers taking home the win. First pitch is at 6:40 PM ET on September 12. This contest's pitching matchup is set, as the Reds will send Brandon Williamson…

New Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Frankie Montas smiles as he speaks about the shoulder injury that cost him close to the entire 2023 season. It's been 11 months since he had shoulder surgery that kept him on the injured list until the end of September, 2023. He signed a one-year, $16 million deal with the Reds on Tuesday and will get his chance…

On Wednesday, August 23 at 4:07 PM ET, the Los Angeles Angels (61-65) host the Cincinnati Reds (65-61) at Angel Stadium of Anaheim. Shohei Ohtani will get the ball for the Angels, while Andrew Abbott will take the hill for the Reds. Oddsmakers list the Angels as -165 favorites on the moneyline, while giving the underdog Reds+140 moneyline odds to…

It sounds like Jonathan India is here to stay...for now. Cincinnati Reds President of Baseball Operations Nick Krall has made it very clear when it comes to Jonathan India's future - the team is not looking to trade him. Krall has been asked about India ad naseum and his response has remained consistent. The Reds are going to listen if an inquiring…

The Cincinnati Reds 40-man roster currently stands at 39 ahead of the upcoming MLB Winter Meetings. Typically, the upcoming week will help lay the groundwork for offseason trades and free agent signings. The Reds added a few key piece this week by signing free agent pitchers Nick Martinez and Emilio Pagán. Cincinnati might be one more addition away…

When the Cincinnati Reds (39-35) and Colorado Rockies (29-47) meet at Great American Ball Park on Wednesday, June 21, Andrew Abbott will get the call for the Reds, while the Rockies will send Jake Bird to the hill. The game will start at 12:35 PM ET. Oddsmakers list the Reds as -210 moneyline favorites, while giving the underdog Rockies+170…

He just keeps hitting. Noelvi Marte, who made his big league debut for the Cincinnati Reds during the last few weeks of the 2023 season, got off to a hot start in the Dominican Winter League. Marte, who's suiting up for the Gigantes del Cibao in the DOWL, helped lead his squad to a 5-0 victory over Licey on Tuesday night after going 3-for-4 with a…

The big surprises keep coming for the Cincinnati Reds, whose magical 2023 has extended to their alumni. Specifically, second baseman Brandon Phillips, who became a three-time All-Star during his decade with the Reds, was included by a selection committee on the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot released Monday. The popular and enigmatic Phillips is one…

The Cincinnati Reds have their fair share of young starting pitchers with upside. This past season they got starts from the likes of Hunter Greene, Nick Lodolo, Brandon Williamson, Graham Ashcraft, Andrew Abbott, Connor Phillips, and Lyon Richardson. All of them have the potential to be above-average starters in the big leagues. But not a single…

Baseball America is well regarded for their scouting of young players, prospect rankings, and predictions. The outlet has been identifying the future stars of baseball for decades now, so when columnists and editors at Baseball America put something in writing, it's oftentimes hard to ignore. Recently, Baseball America (subscription required)…

This past season in Major League Baseball, few stories were as compelling as the Cincinnati Reds' dramatic turnaround. From the depths of a 100-loss season to the brink of playoff glory in just one year, the Reds have redefined resilience and potential. This transformation, spearheaded by an influx of young talent, has not only re-energized the…

In no way is this a call for Cincinnati Reds President of Baseball Operations Nick Krall to start shopping Christian Encarnacion-Strand. But if teams inquire as to what it would take to secure the slugger's services, the Reds should definitely listen. Encarnacion-Strand is the odds-on favorite to replace Joey Votto at first base heading into next…

Much like the character Thanos in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it seems as though an offseason trade that includes one of the Cincinnati Reds' many infielders is inevitable. According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic (subscription required), rival clubs see an opportunity to capitalize on the Reds' depth across the infield. While chatting with…

The most surprising omission was Seattle Mariners outfielder Teoscar Hernandez. Last winter, 14 players received a Qualifying Offer, even borderline candidates for the QO like Joc Pederson. Perhaps the Mariners assumed that after a down-year Hernandez would actually accept the Qualifying Offer and force Seattle to pony up the $20.3-million owed to…

The Atlanta Braves (48-27) and the Cincinnati Reds (41-35) will square off on Saturday, June 24 at Great American Ball Park, with Jared Shuster starting for the Braves and Graham Ashcraft taking the hill for the Reds. The first pitch will be thrown at 4:10 PM ET. The Braves are listed as -130 moneyline favorites for this matchup against the Reds…

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Liverpool returns to Premier League action on Saturday afternoon when the Reds take on fierce local rivals Everton at Anfield. A Mohamed Salah brace saw Liverpool draw 2-2 with Brighton and Hove Albion in their last match before the international break, leaving Jürgen Klopp's side fourth in the table, three points behind leaders Tottenham. Saturday…

Just like there's a lot to like about Lyon Richardson, there's equally as much to like about Carson Spieres. An undrafted player in 2020, Spiers made his big league debut in a spot start following several pitchers landing on the COVID-19-related IL. He was later added to the 40-man roster. Spiers is a great story, and has overcome the odds to make…

Monday's contest between the Cincinnati Reds (78-73) and Minnesota Twins (79-71) going head to head at Great American Ball Park has a projected final score of 5-4 (according to our computer prediction) in favor of the Reds, so it should be a tight matchup. The game will begin at 6:40 PM ET on September 18. The Twins will give the ball to Joe Ryan…

Tuesday's game between the Cincinnati Reds (79-73) and Minnesota Twins (79-72) going head to head at Great American Ball Park has a projected final score of 5-4 (according to our computer prediction) in favor of the Reds, so it should be a competitive matchup. The game will start at 6:40 PM ET on September 19. The Twins will give the nod to Kenta…

Quinn Priester starts for the Pittsburgh Pirates against TJ Friedl and the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday at 1:40 PM ET. The Reds are the favorite in this one, at -155, while the underdog Pirates have+125 odds to win. The game's over/under has been set at 10.5 runs. Date: Sunday, September 24, 2023 Time: 1:40 PM ET TV: BSOH Location: Cincinnati,…

Spencer Steer got his feet wet at a September call-up in 2022, but the rookie took off in 2023 with an utter dominant performance. Steer, who came over from the Minnestota Twins at last year's trade deadline, opened this past season as the Cincinnati Reds starting third baseman on Opening Day. Bu, after Tyler Stephenson struggled to fill in at…

Happy Sunday, Athletics Nation! Esteury Ruiz will be doing all he can in today's season closing game against the Angels to set a new mark for stolen bases by an AL rookie. The chase has come down to the wire, and after failing to grab a bag in four consecutive games, I began to wonder if Ruiz might have to settle for owning the A's franchise…

When the Minnesota Twins (79-72) go head to head against the Cincinnati Reds (79-73) at Great American Ball Park on Tuesday, September 19 at 6:40 PM ET, Willi Castro will be seeking his 30th stolen base of the season (he's currently sitting at 29). Bookmakers list the Twins as -130 moneyline favorites, while giving the underdog Reds+110 moneyline…

The Cincinnati Reds' sportsbook is hosting its grand opening Monday at The Banks. BetMGM Sportsbook at The Banks is relocating from its current Great American Ball Park location into the space that was formerly Galla Park. It opens as the Cincinnati Reds make a run for the playoffs and the Cincinnati Bengals host Monday Night Football. "We are…

Spencer Steer will lead the way for the Cincinnati Reds (79-76) on Saturday, September 23, when they match up with Bryan Reynolds and the Pittsburgh Pirates (73-81) at Great American Ball Park at 6:40 PM ET. The favored Reds have -135 moneyline odds to win against the underdog Pirates, who are listed at+115. The over/under is 9.5 runs for the…

President Biden addressing the General Assembly at the U.N.: "It is critical to accelerate the climate crisis!" Hmmm. Icy/Hot. While our baseball picks are as cold as CNN's ratings, our college football selections are hotter than a bag of Fiery Doritos. The Brew Crew visit the Cards. Milwaukee's Wade Miley is 8-4 after zapping the Nats but needed a…

Sunday's contest that pits the Cincinnati Reds (73-71) against the St. Louis Cardinals (63-79) at Great American Ball Park should be a tight matchup based on our computer prediction, which projects a final score of 5-4 in favor of the Reds. Game time is at 1:40 PM ET on September 10. The probable starters are Hunter Greene (3-6) for the Reds and…

When the New York Mets (68-78) and Cincinnati Reds (76-72) match up in the series opener at Citi Field on Friday, September 15, David Peterson will get the call for the Mets, while the Reds will send Hunter Greene to the hill. The game will start at 7:10 PM ET. The Mets are listed as -115 moneyline favorites for this matchup against the Reds…

TJ Friedl and Brandon Nimmo take the field when the Cincinnati Reds and New York Mets meet on Friday at Citi Field. The Mets are -115 moneyline favorites in this matchup against the Reds (-105). The total is 8 runs for this contest (with -105 odds to hit the over and -115 odds on the under). Date: Friday, September 15, 2023 Time: 7:10 PM…

On Wednesday, the Cincinnati Reds (76-71) moved into a tie for the third and final NL Wild Card spot with a 5-4 win over the Detroit Tigers (66-79). They'll look to keep a hold on that spot on Thursday when they send Derek Law (4-5, 3.83 ERA) to the mound in the series finale against Detroit rookie Reese Olson (3-7, 4.50). First pitch from Comerica…

Reese Olson will take the mound first for the Detroit Tigers on Thursday against TJ Friedl and the Cincinnati Reds. First pitch is at 1:10 PM ET for this final game in a three-game series. The favored Tigers have -120 moneyline odds against the underdog Reds, who are listed at+100. The over/under is 8.5 runs for this game (with -110 odds to go over…