The Big Reds return a hungry cast of playmakers eager to get back into state-title contention after missing the playoffs for the first time in 23 years last season.

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Nick Lodolo has been on the injured list since the beginning of August with a blister issue that popped up while pitching against the Chicago Cubs. On Monday, Reds manager Terry Francona spoke to reporters ahead of their matchup against the Angels and provided an optimistic update on the left-hander.

Alexander Isak has been embroiled in transfer speculation for the entire summer transfer window, being linked with leaving Newcastle for Liverpool, and Daniel Sturridge says he would benefit any

When the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Chicago Cubs in the opener of a 5-game series, it bunched the top 4 NL wild-card contenders within 5 1/2 games.

The Cincinnati Reds are currently 1 1/2 games out of a playoff spot halfway through August, with a 65-60 record. Many would say that the pitching has been the only reason they are in the position they're in,

Terry Francona Announces Chase Burns News as Reds Face Season-Ending Decision originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Rookie starting pitcher Chase Burns' injury has put the Cincinnati Reds in quite the predicament. The Reds have been on the rise as they currently sit just half a game out of the last Wild Card spot.