Latest Cincinnati Reds News

Merv Rettenmund, outfielder who won World Series titles with the Orioles and Reds, dies at 81

Dec. 09, 2024 22:02 PM EST

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Merv Rettenmund, an outfielder whose 13-year major league playing career included World Series titles with the Baltimore Orioles and Cincinnati Reds, has died. He was 81. The San Diego Padres announced Rettenmund's death Sunday. No cause of death was given. ...

Having regained his health, Terry Francona excited to return to dugout with Cincinnati Reds

Dec. 09, 2024 20:31 PM EST

DALLAS (AP) — Terry Francona remembered the specific moment that sparked his return to the dugout. “My girls went to Europe for 10 days, and I watched the grandkids,” he said. "That was the one day I thought maybe I’ll go back to baseball." A three-time Manager...

Mets and RHP Frankie Montas finalize $34 million, 2-year contract

Dec. 04, 2024 21:40 PM EST

NEW YORK (AP) — Frankie Montas and the New York Mets finalized their $34 million, two-year contract on Wednesday. The veteran right-hander will earn a $17 million salary next year and the deal includes a $17 million player option for 2026. He gets a hotel suite on road trips. ...

Mets add Montas to their rotation with a $34 million, 2-year contract, AP source says

Dec. 02, 2024 00:22 AM EST

NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Mets have added Frankie Montas to their depleted rotation, agreeing to a $34 million, two-year contract with the veteran right-hander. A person familiar with the negotiations confirmed the deal to the AP on Sunday night on condition of anonymity because...

Colorado Rockies agree to one-year deal with infielder Kyle Farmer

Nov. 23, 2024 11:44 AM EST

DENVER (AP) — The Colorado Rockies agreed to a one-year deal Saturday with infielder Kyle Farmer after the decision to non-tender Brendan Rodgers, a move that made the former first-round pick a free agent. Farmer spent last season with Minnesota, where he batted .214 with five...

Royals acquire second baseman Jonathan India from Reds for right-hander Brady Singer

Nov. 22, 2024 20:51 PM EST

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals acquired second baseman Jonathan India from the Cincinnati Reds on Friday, adding a dependable leadoff hitter and middle infielder to play alongside star shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. As part of the deal, the Royals also acquired outfielder...

Blue Jays hire former Reds manager David Bell as VP of baseball operations and assistant GM

Nov. 16, 2024 02:09 AM EST

TORONTO (AP) — The Toronto Blue Jays have hired former Cincinnati Reds manager David Bell as vice president of baseball operations and assistant general manager. The Blue Jays announced the move Friday. Bell will oversee the player development and physical and mental...

MLB will air local games for Cincinnati Reds next season

Nov. 14, 2024 14:49 PM EST

CINCINNATI (AP) — Major League Baseball will produce and distribute local broadcasts for the Cincinnati Reds next season. The announcement was made on Thursday after a judge in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Houston approved the Reds and Diamond Sports Group ending their joint venture. ...

Diamond Sports Group can emerge out of bankruptcy after having reorganization plan approved

Nov. 14, 2024 14:34 PM EST

Diamond Sports Group, the largest owner of regional sports networks, can emerge out of bankruptcy after having its reorganization plan approved Thursday. Judge Christopher Lopez gave the go ahead during a hearing in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Houston that lasted 90 minutes. ...

Reds honor Pete Rose with a 14-hour visitation at Great American Ball Park

Nov. 10, 2024 16:00 PM EST

CINCINNATI (AP) — Thousands of fans streamed into Great American Ball Park despite steady rain on Sunday to pay respects to Pete Rose, baseball's career hits leader, who died Sept. 30 at the age of 83. The 14-hour visitation, in honor of Rose's jersey number, was arranged by the...