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Reds manager Terry Francona may have accidentally started Chase Burns hype train

1 week ago | blogredmachine.com | Drew Koch

Did Tito spill the beans? Nick Martinez got lit up for the second time in two games, and Terry Francona's patience may be wearing thin. During the postgame press conference following the Cincinnati Reds' 12-5 loss to the Minnesota Twins, Francona made it clear that Martinez is on a short leash. FanDuel Sports Network broadcaster Jim Day noted that Martinez has given up three home runs in back-to-back games.
Reds Rumors: Insider floats shocking trade deadline plan fans have been begging for

1 week ago | blogredmachine.com | Drew Koch

No way! Really?!During the Q&A segment of the latest episode of Fair Territory with MLB insider Ken Rosenthal, a question arose asking which team should go all-in at this year's trade deadline. While it may be shocking to hear, Rosenthal listed the Cincinnati Reds as one of the teams he expects to be most aggressive at this year's MLB trade deadline. Rosenthal rejected the notion that the Reds, or any team for that matter, will go "all-in" at the deadline.
Under-the-radar Marlins outfielder could be Reds’ best trade option

1 week ago | blogredmachine.com | Drew Koch

This would definitely be an upgrade. There are varying opinions about who the Cincinnati Reds might target at this year's trade deadline. Some Reds fans don't even believe the team will be active at the deadline, but if Cincinnati hopes to compete for a spot in the postseason, they need to improve the roster — at least around the margins. The outfield has seen an uptick in production of late, and the impending return of Austin Hays should help bolster the club's depth even more.
5 Reds players who could be traded without killing their playoff chances

1 week ago | blogredmachine.com | Drew Koch

Can Cincy remain in the playoff picture if they dealt any of these players? The Cincinnati Reds remain in the thick of the National League playoff chase, but most fans know that it's going to take a few extra pieces around this year's MLB trade deadline in order to put Terry Francona's club over the top. The question is, will the Reds be able to add enough without sacrificing for the future?
Reds disaster at third base just reopened the door for this fan favorite

1 week ago | blogredmachine.com | Drew Koch

Good vibes only. Christian Encarnacion-Strand's errant throw caught the attention of Cincinnati Reds fans on Tuesday night. The error in the sixth inning kept the Minnesota Twins in the game, and Harrison Bader's home run two batters later even gave them the lead. Thankfully, Cincinnati rallied and won the game by the final score of 6-5. Though he came up through the minors playing the position, Encarnacion-Strand is not a third baseman.
Reds manager Terry Francona's must employ this old tactic to rescue Spencer Steer

1 week ago | blogredmachine.com | Drew Koch

Do it again, Tito. Spencer Steer is one of the most beloved players in the Cincinnati Reds clubhouse and some fans may even view him as a fan-favorite. Steer is an easy player to root for and showed plenty of resolve at the outset of the 2025 season while playing through a shoulder injury. Unfortunately, grit and determination only get you so far in this game. At some point, it has to be about production, and Steer has had very little of that this season.
Struggling Reds infielders make Cam Collier’s rise impossible to ignore

1 week ago | blogredmachine.com | Drew Koch

Ready or not, here he comes. Cam Collier's start to the 2025 season was slowed by injury, but the Cincinnati Reds top prospect is back where he belongs after getting the call to join the Chattanooga Lookouts this week. Collier was sidelined at the outset of the season due to a wrist injury, and after rehab stints with both the ACL Reds and Dayton Dragons, the 20-year-old was in Tuesday's starting lineup and his Double-A debut did not disappoint.
Phillies' clubhouse tension will have Reds fans dreaming of surprise reunion

1 week ago | blogredmachine.com | Drew Koch

Trouble in paradise? Philadelphia Phillies slugger Nick Castellanos and manager Rob Thomson are at odds. According to reports, Castellanos was withheld from the Phillies lineup on Tuesday after making an inappropriate comment toward Thomson following his removal from Monday's game. This could easily be much ado about nothing, and Castellanos may be back on the field as soon as the sixth inning of Tuesday's game against the Miami Marlins.
Reds lose outfielder to AL West team fans already know too well

1 week ago | blogredmachine.com | Drew Koch

Cincy lost some added depth after speedster was claimed off waivers. The Cincinnati Reds designated Jacob Hurtubise for assignment over the weekend to make room for a couple of new additions. Unfortunately, the Reds were unable to pass Hurtubise through waivers. The outfielder was claimed by the Seattle Mariners and is headed to the Emerald City. Hurtubise, a West Point graduate, was the feel-good story of spring training.
No-hitter from Arkansas standout might rewrite Reds’ draft board

1 week ago | blogredmachine.com | Drew Koch

This will help his case. Gage Wood just increased his draft stock tenfold after his no-hitter during Arkansas' College World Series victory over Murray State on Monday. The Razorbacks' right-hander was absolutely dominant against the Racers, and with the third no-hitter in College World Series history now part of his résumé, Wood may have garnered enough attention to be selected by the Cincinnati Reds in Round 1 of the 2025 MLB Draft.