Cincinnati Reds News & Updates

March 09, 2026

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Andrew Abbott's ascension to Opening Day starter for the Reds may signal trouble for Hunter Greene, who appears likely to start the season on the injured list. This development puts significant pressure on Abbott to deliver, especially with the development of other young arms like Nick Lodolo and Graham Ashcraft in the pipeline. Meanwhile, Ricky Cabrera faces a make-or-break spring as he navigates a crowded shortstop depth chart, needing to adapt quickly if he wants to avoid being overshadowed by Leo Balcazar. In lineup news, Elly De La Cruz's shift to the third spot could set the stage for another 50-plus steal season, a feat that would only enhance his burgeoning star status. With split-squad games against the Diamondbacks and Padres, the Reds are in full experimental mode as they finalize their roster for 2026.

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Reds prospect running out of time amid crowded shortstop race

Reds prospect running out of time amid crowded shortstop race

After an injury-shortened 2025, Ricky Cabrera needs to follow in Leo Balcazar's footsteps and make the necessary adjustments to not be left behind in the Cincinnati Reds' crowded shortstop depth chart.

Andrew Abbott becoming Reds Opening Day starter confirms what fans feared

Andrew Abbott becoming Reds Opening Day starter confirms what fans feared

The Cincinnati Reds named Andrew Abbott the team's Opening Day starting pitcher for the 2026 season. That likely means Hunter Greene will open the year on the IL.

Budding ace Abbott named Reds' Opening Day starter

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

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

Cactus League Games 13 & 14 – Reds vs. Diamondbacks; Reds at Padres

Cactus League Games 13 & 14 – Reds vs. Diamondbacks; Reds at Padres

The Cincinnati Reds embark upon split-squad action on Sunday afternoon in the Land of the Endless Strip Mall, taking on the Arizona Diamondbacks at home in their Goodyear complex while also fencing with the San Diego Padres at their home at the Peoria Sports Complex. Both games, believe it or not, are going to have […]

Elly De La Cruz has another 50+ steal season in him for 2026

Elly De La Cruz has another 50+ steal season in him for 2026

Elly De La Cruz is no longer going to lead off for the Cincinnati Reds. That much we are sure of since manager Terry Francona took over, with his switch-hitting superstar now penciled into the #3 spot in the lineup each and every day. Elly is also a guy who filed a 67 steal season […]