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March 12, 2026

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Matt McLain is lighting up the Cactus League, batting an eye-popping .607 with 17 hits in 28 at-bats, and he's quickly becoming the heart of the Reds' lineup. Meanwhile, the bullpen is shaping up to be more of a concern than we thought, with key arms struggling just weeks before Opening Day. The Reds may need to dip into the free-agent market for some reliable depth, but with a prospect like Héctor Rodríguez on the cusp, returning to Triple-A could be just the experience he needs. Additionally, Noelvi Marte continues to adjust to his new role in right field, but his battle for a starting spot is far from secured. As the Reds inch closer to the season, these developments are critical in determining whether they can capitalize on McLain's hot streak or if the bullpen's woes will overshadow their potential.

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Reds might be giving Héctor Rodríguez the perfect path to the majors

Reds might be giving Héctor Rodríguez the perfect path to the majors

Hector Rodriguez was one of the most buzzworthy prospects in the Reds' system in 2025. He didn't make the cut for the Opening Day roster, but the return to Triple-A may be exactly what the young outfielder needs.

Reds spring training warning sign should have fans paying attention

Reds spring training warning sign should have fans paying attention

The Cincinnati Reds' bullpen is slogging through a terrible spring as key pieces have gone cold simultaneously. Cincinnati could turn to the free-agent market for depth, but stronger options remain internally.

Marte still learning ropes in outfield as spring roster battle continues

Marte still learning ropes in outfield as spring roster battle continues

GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- Noelvi Marte came into Spring Training on the inside track to be the Reds' everyday right fielder. But with just over two weeks before Opening Day, Marte hasn't sealed the deal just yet. After making a midseason conversion from third base to right field in July last

Here are 30 prospect predictions for 2026

Here are 30 prospect predictions for 2026

We are all about the future at MLB Pipeline. Obviously, any talk about prospects and who they might become involves some prognostication. Fresh off flexing those muscles to present every organization’s Top 30 prospects list, we’re keeping our crystal ball in active mode to provide a prospect prediction for each

MLBTR Podcast: Jesús Luzardo’s Extension, Atlanta’s Depth, And Zack Littell

MLBTR Podcast: Jesús Luzardo’s Extension, Atlanta’s Depth, And Zack Littell

The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this link to listen, if you don’t use Spotify or Apple for podcasts. This week, host Darragh McDonald is joined by Anthony Franco of […]

Matt McLain’s ridiculous spring continues

Matt McLain’s ridiculous spring continues

I’m going to throw some numbers at you and let you decide whether or not I’m completely making them up. Matt McLain, the resident 2B of the Cincinnati Reds and likely #2 hitter in the lineup everyday, is 17 for 28 so far in Cactus League play in 2026. Seventeen for twenty-eight, or a .607 […]