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March 24, 2026

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The Reds are in a scramble as injuries loom large over their roster, with Nick Lodolo’s blister issues threatening to sideline him at the start of the season. With Caleb Ferguson already on the shelf, the urgency for a left-handed bullpen arm has led them to snag Ohio native Andrew Chafin, a move that makes too much sense given their current struggles. Meanwhile, Brady Singer is slated to take the mound on Sunday against Boston, hoping to solidify his place in a rotation that desperately needs stability. As Cincinnati wraps up its Cactus League play against the Guardians, the excitement builds around the potential of new faces like Sam Moll and Nathaniel Lowe stepping up in a season where every game counts. Reds fans have plenty to look forward to, especially with the new Reds.TV streaming option enhancing the viewing experience.

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Reds suddenly have a new bullpen option that makes too much sense

Reds suddenly have a new bullpen option that makes too much sense

The Reds lack proven left-handed options in the bullpen, in part due to Caleb Ferguson's injury. Luckily, Ohio native Andrew Chafin was just released by the Twins and fits the bill perfectly.

3 Reds who might benefit from last-minute roster scramble after Nick Lodolo injury

3 Reds who might benefit from last-minute roster scramble after Nick Lodolo injury

The Cincinnati Reds may be without Nick Lodolo at the beginning of the 2026 season. If Lodolo lands on the IL, who'll take his place on the Reds Opening Day roster?

Singer, Lodolo's blister issues throwing wrinkle in Reds' rotation plans

Singer, Lodolo's blister issues throwing wrinkle in Reds' rotation plans

MILWAUKEE -- The Reds are hoping that blister issues won’t derail plans for the rotation heading into the season. Brady Singer, who is slated to start Sunday against Boston, pitched four innings in the first of two exhibition games against the Brewers in Milwaukee on Monday.

NEW for 2026: Stream Reds games on Reds.TV; get a free trial

NEW for 2026: Stream Reds games on Reds.TV; get a free trial

A new era of watching Reds baseball is here, and Reds.TV has you covered all season long.

How good will the Cincinnati Reds offense be in 2026?

How good will the Cincinnati Reds offense be in 2026?

Per MLB.com’s own glossary, xwOBA is described as a metric “formulated using exit velocity, launch angle and, on certain types of batted balls, Sprint Speed.” “xwOBA is more indicative of a player’s skill than regular wOBA, as xwOBA removes defense from the equation.” It’s an expected stat, meaning that it’s based more on process than […]

With roster set, Reds wrap Cactus League play at home against Guardians

With roster set, Reds wrap Cactus League play at home against Guardians

The Cincinnati Reds made official on Saturday what we’d anticipated regarding their roster, officially informing non-roster invitee Nathaniel Lowe that he would make the Opening Day roster. Cincinnati also opted to include Sam Moll, who is out of options, while using the existing minor league options on spring standouts JJ Bleday, Rece Hinds, and Zach […]