A few years ago, I took to doing in-depth projections for the Reds. The idea was to use the existing projection systems, but then tweak them based on the specialized knowledge that comes from following a team closely for years and years. Generally, I did pretty well, but then last year happened. It was, um, a …
Redleg Nation, you can all breathe a major sigh of relief. Joseph Daniel Votto will be returning to the Reds lineup tomorrow. It will be Votto’s first appearance in a game since July 5th, 2014. This will be the first time Votto has stepped on the field for a game in 244 days, but who’s …
I read this morning that ex-Red Alex Johnson had passed away of prostate cancer at the age of 72. Unless you’re of a certain age, you probably don’t remember Alex Johnson as a Cincinnati Red. He only played with the Reds for two seasons, 1968 and 1969. He came over to the Reds from the …
Several Reds players appeared on the most recent ESPN Hall of 100, the network’s list of the one hundred greatest players of all time. Here’s my general post on their rankings. I’ve previously covered Barry Larkin (#75), Ken Griffey Jr. (#35) Pete Rose (#38), and Tom Seaver (#22). The numbers in parentheses reflect the player …
Over the past week we have examined several factors that may have led to a decline in Major League Baseball’s scoring environment. In today’s game, there is better scouting technology, faster fastballs, a larger strike zone, defensive shifts, PED testing, and more bullpen matchups than in earlier years. All of this has MLB feeling a little run …
Our weeks have seven days; rainbows seven colors. Seven continents and the Seven Seas span our planet. Ancient elders identified seven wonders of the world and seven liberal arts. Rome is known as the City of Seven Hills, as is Cincinnati. Snow White had seven dwarfs. You can watch the Seven Samurai or the Magnificent …
Ten years ago, on a cold dark night, someone was killed beneath the town hall lights. Also, exactly ten years ago today, Redleg Nation went live when I published this post. Little could I have known at the time that the Nation would still be going strong to this day. For that, I thank you, …
The Reds fell 9-3 in their third game this spring, and are now 1-2 in Cactus League play. The Reds had good debuts from Johnny Cueto and Aroldis Chapman. Burke Bradenhop struggled in his debut. Manny Parra, Jose Mijares, Dylan Axelrod, and Michael Lorenzen also made appearances. Final R H E Cincinnati Reds (1-2) 3 7 … Continue reading
It was only the second day of actual baseball, but Wednesday’s Reds-Indians tilt held some intrigue because Anthony DeSclafani and Raisel Iglesias made their Reds “debuts.” One guy had a good day. The other guy did not. On the hitting side of things, Billy Hamilton flashed the skill set that makes his potential so enticing. Pitching: DeSclafani … Continue reading
The score and individual performances don’t mean much of anything about how the regular season will go. But after a five month wait, that sure was fun. Hitting: The heart of the Reds starting lineup hammered balls all over Goodyear Ballpark. Devin Mesoraco, Todd Frazier and Jay Bruce all hit shots that were close to … Continue reading
The game begins at 3:05 ET. You can watch it for free on MLB.TV and listen to the radio broadcast on WLW-Radio. The MLB Network is airing a delayed broadcast at 4 p.m. Get your commenting in shape for the regular season. But first, answer these two questions: 1. Which Reds player are you most … Continue reading
Our friend Tom Nichols of the Dayton Dragons has written an 8-part preview for their 2015 season. The first segment, which was about the Dragons starting pitchers, went up today. Here’s the introduction: On Thursday, March 5, Minor League camp for the Cincinnati Reds in Goodyear, Arizona will come alive when pitchers and catchers report. All … Continue reading
The 2015 Cincinnati Reds take the field this afternoon for their first Cactus League game when they play Cleveland at 1:05 Arizona time (3:05 ET) at Goodyear Ballpark. You probably saw the lineup yesterday: Billy Hamilton CF Brandon Phillips 2B Todd Frazier 3B Devin Mesoraco C Marlon Byrd LF Jay Bruce RF Zack Cozart SS … Continue reading
The first spring training game gets underway later today and there will be a bunch of minor leaguers taking the mound for the Cincinnati Reds. Not among the group pitching today would be right handers Jon Moscot and Nick Travieso. Both pitchers have caught the attention of manager Bryan Price early in spring training. While … Continue reading
