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Caleb Ferguson Caleb Ferguson Out to begin season Thu, Mar 12, 2026, 4:28 PM Ferguson will open the season on the injured list due to an oblique injury, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. Analysis: Manager Terry Francona said that it is a mild oblique injury and that Ferguson will be out "a couple of weeks" and that "he has to heal the way it heels," Charlie Goldsmith of Fox 19 Now Cincinnati reports. The southpaw was signed by the Reds in December as a bullpen arm that will likely see many left-handed hitters.
Andrew Abbott Andrew Abbott Deals with traffic Wednesday Thu, Mar 12, 2026, 7:04 AM Abbott allowed two runs on six hits and two walks while striking out five over 3.2 innings in Wednesday's spring start against Milwaukee. Analysis: Abbott labored early and required 69 pitches to get those 11 outs in his fourth Cactus League start and first since being tabbed to start Opening Day, March 26, against the Red Sox. After allowing a walk and three hits (including a two-run home run) in a 25-pitch first inning, he got into immediate trouble in the second when the first two batters singled. The lefty squelched the threat with a pick-off and double-play grounder. Abbott then had less eventful third and four innings.
Noelvi Marte Noelvi Marte Shows offense/defense Thu, Mar 12, 2026, 6:50 AM Marte went 2-for-3 with a home run, a double and three RBI in Wednesday's spring game against the Brewers. Analysis: Marte led off the second inning with his second Cactus League home run before stroking a two-run double an inning later. In addition to his work at the plate, Marte, who converted from infield to outfield mid-stream in 2025, made a couple of nice plays in the field. It was a promising development for the relatively new right fielder, who had misplayed a ball earlier in the week, per Mark Sheldon of MLB.com. "He's got to be our best right fielder," Reds manager Terry Francona said Wednesday. "We certainly think he's capable. I do think there's some more to show. We've told him that." Cincinnati has a few options in the outfield beyond Marte, who is the frontrunner of a group that includes Will Benson, JJ Bleday and Dane Myers.
Hunter Greene Hunter Greene Likely out until July Tue, Mar 10, 2026, 10:28 AM Greene is scheduled to have bone chips removed from his right elbow Wednesday and is expected to be out until July, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. Analysis: Manager Terry Francona revealed last week that Greene was headed for an MRI due to an elbow issue, which dates back to his final starts of last season. The 26-year-old avoided damage to his UCL, but the bone chips and procedure to remove them will end up sidelining him for at least half the season. Greene pitched to a 2.76 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 11.0 K/9 during the 2025 regular season but was limited to 19 starts due to groin issues, and he'll have a limited workload again in 2026.
Rhett Lowder Rhett Lowder Greeted roughly Monday Tue, Mar 10, 2026, 8:47 AM Lowder allowed five runs (three earned) on seven hits while striking out four over 3.2 innings in Monday's spring start against the Athletics. Analysis: The Athletics jumped on Lowder for four runs and four hits in the first inning, when the right-hander expended 26 pitches. He told Mark Sheldon of MLB.com that catcher Tyler Stephenson's mound visit helped turn him around. In three Cactus League outings (two starts), Lowder has a 4.15 ERA with 11 strikeouts and two walks over 8.2 innings. He remains in competition with Chase Burns and Brandon Williamson for the final two spots in the rotation.
Chase Petty Chase Petty Cut from major-league camp Mon, Mar 9, 2026, 9:41 AM The Reds optioned Petty to minor-league camp Monday. Analysis: Petty was unscored upon in two Cactus League outings, collecting a 2:2 K:BB over four innings. There's no room in the Reds' rotation for the young right-hander, but Petty should play a role with the big club at some point this summer.
Christian Encarnacion-Strand Christian Encarnacion-Strand Moved to minor-league camp Mon, Mar 9, 2026, 9:39 AM The Reds optioned Encarnacion-Strand to minor-league camp Monday. Analysis: Encarnacion-Strand entered spring training looking like a long shot to make the team, and coming to camp with a hamstring injury didn't help his chances. He's healthy now but will begin the season at Triple-A Louisville.
Will Benson Will Benson Legs out homer Mon, Mar 9, 2026, 8:43 AM Benson went 1-for-4 with a two-run, inside-the-park home run in Sunday's spring game against the Diamondbacks. Analysis: Benson legged out what looked like a garden-variety double down the line in right field, but he was able to touch all the bases when the ball got behind the outfielder. It was the third home run of the spring for Benson, who is locked in a battle with Rece Hinds and JJ Bleday for a depth spot in the outfield. Reds manager Terry Francona may want an extra left-handed bat, which would eliminate Hinds. All three outfielders have minor-league options remaining.
Brady Singer Brady Singer Better results second time out Mon, Mar 9, 2026, 8:31 AM Singer allowed two hits and two walks while striking out three over three scoreless innings in Sunday's spring start against the Diamondbacks. Analysis: Singer had better results in his second Cactus League start but needed 58 pitches (33 strikes, four swing-and-misses) to get those nine outs. The results were better than his spring debut, when Singer was tagged for five runs and seven hits, but the right-hander had a similar issue with balls landing outside the zone. He managed to escape a pair of jams in the first and second innings before retiring the side in order in the third frame.
Blake Dunn Blake Dunn Sidelined with knee strain Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 4:00 PM Reds manager Terry Francona said Sunday that Dunn is day-to-day with a low-grade knee strain, Charlie Goldsmith of Fox 19 Now Cincinnati reports. Analysis: The injury is expected to keep Dunn out of the Reds' Cactus League lineups for a few days, but the outfielder doesn't appear to be at any major risk of missing the start of the season. The missed game action could prove costly to Dunn in his battle for a reserve job in the Reds' Opening Day outfield, however.
Andrew Abbott Andrew Abbott Named Opening Day starter Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 12:27 PM The Reds announced Sunday that Abbott will start Opening Day against the Red Sox on March 26. Analysis: The left-hander had a breakout 2025 campaign, during which he posted a 2.87 ERA, 1.15 WHIP and 149:43 K:BB across 166.1 innings during the regular season. He was always in the mix to start Opening Day, but Hunter Greene's elbow issues left Abbott as the obvious answer to take the ball first for Cincinnati in 2026.
Spencer Steer Spencer Steer Makes outfield start Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 11:35 AM Steer started in left field and went 2-for-3 with a double and a run scored in Saturday's spring game against Kansas City. Analysis: Steer is expected to be the team's primary left fielder, but Saturday's start was his first at the position. He played first base in his first six Cactus League games. Sal Stewart started at first base Saturday.
Nick Lodolo Nick Lodolo Works around traffic Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 11:24 AM Lodolo allowed one run on six hits and two walks while striking out four over three innings in Saturday's spring start against the Royals. Analysis: Lodolo faced adversity from jump street when former teammate Jonathan India led off the bottom of the first inning with a home run. More traffic followed in the next two innings, but the left-hander managed to work out of jams in his second Cactus League outing. Pitchers like to avoid that type of stress when the games count in the standings, but in the spring it can be helpful, and Lodolo worked his pitch count up to 58 (32 strikes).
Andrew Abbott Andrew Abbott Runs allowed again Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 7:18 PM Abbott allowed four runs on five hits and one walk while striking out five over 2.2 innings in Friday's spring start against the Giants. He also hit a batter and allowed two stolen bases. Analysis: Abbott allowed runs in all three innings, including his third home run in 7.1 Cactus League innings. The best news coming out of the left-hander's third spring start are the five punchouts, and he upped his pitch count to 63 (39 strikes). Abbott explained to Charlie Goldsmith of Charlie's Chalkboard that he was more focused on working his pitches than the results of Friday's outing.
Blake Dunn Blake Dunn Suffers left knee injury Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 4:48 PM Dunn was removed from Friday's Cactus League game against San Francisco due to a hyperextended left knee, Pat Brennan of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. Analysis: Dunn was removed from Friday's game after sustaining a knee injury. He'll undergo further tests to determine the severity of the injury, and the Reds should have an update on his status within the next couple of days. Dunn is competing for an outfield depth spot on Cincinnati's Opening Day roster after doing so in 2025, though he was optioned to Triple-A Louisville in early May and stayed in the minors for the rest of the season.
Blake Dunn Blake Dunn Exits game with injury Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 4:30 PM Dunn was removed from Friday's Cactus League game against the Giants with a lower body injury, Charlie Goldsmith of Fox 19 Now Cincinnati reports. Analysis: Dunn got rolled up on during the game and left the contest with a trainer. Encouragingly, Dunn was able to walk off under his own power. Dunn drew a walk in his lone plate appearance Friday.
Jose Franco Jose Franco Cut from major-league camp Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 9:21 AM The Reds optioned Franco to minor-league camp Friday. Analysis: After getting a spot on the 40-man roster earlier this offseason, Franco impressed in Cactus League play with an 8:1 K:BB over 4.2 innings. He should open the 2026 campaign in the rotation at Triple-A Louisville and could debut in the big leagues later on this summer.
Julian Aguiar Julian Aguiar Sent to minor-league camp Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 9:17 AM The Reds optioned Aguiar to minor-league camp Friday. Analysis: Aguiar is back healthy after Tommy John surgery, but he was always a good bet to begin the season in the minors. The 24-year-old will begin the season in the rotation at Triple-A Louisville.
Noelvi Marte Noelvi Marte Delivers three hits Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 7:24 AM Marte batted eighth and went 3-for-3 with a double, a home run, three RBI and an additional run scored in Wednesday's spring exhibition game against Team Cuba. Analysis: Statistics compiled against WBC teams don't count toward an MLB player's official line, but the home run was Marte's second this spring. He had finished up the 2025 season as the team's primary No. 2 batter, but the Reds are looking to return a rejuvenated Matt McLain to that role in 2026. Marte, who has been deployed at several spots in the order this spring, will have a home somewhere as the team's primary right fielder.
Rhett Lowder Rhett Lowder Cruises Wednesday Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 7:12 AM Lowder allowed two hits and struck out three over three scoreless innings in Wednesday's spring start against Team Cuba. Analysis: Lowder had another strong effort in his third outing, mixing in all four of his pitches during the 43-pitch appearance. It was his second consecutive scoreless effort, and he's now recorded 21 consecutive outs. The right-hander is part of a group competing for the final rotation spot, but Lowder's addition to the starting staff appears to be a formality, especially now that No. 1 starter Hunter Greene left camp to get his elbow checked out.