Chatterbox Reds: Cincinnati Reds Daily Game Recaps
Chatterbox Reds is your home for daily Cincinnati Reds content throughout the baseball season. Hosts Trace Fowler and Nick Kirby will bring you new episodes the morning after every spring training and regular season game to keep you in the loop about all things Cincinnati Reds baseball.
Episodes
Nick Kirby and Craig Sandlin break down a revealing report from Bob Nightengale detailing the turbulent offseason surrounding Hunter Greene and the Cincinnati Reds.
The discussion centers on Greene’s 90-minute sit-down, where he made it clear he loves being in Cincinnati, does not want to be traded, and pushed back strongly against speculation surrounding his 2025 season. Greene also addressed his decision to decline repeate...
Nick Kirby and Craig Sandlin break down a new report detailing the Cincinnati Reds’ offseason strategy following the additions of JJ Bleday and Dane Myers. The report indicates both players were acquired as upside plays—and as insurance if a larger move does not materialize.
They also discuss why the Reds are “not entertaining” trade talks involving TJ Friedl, what it would mean if the Reds decide to trade a starting pitcher, and w...
Craig Sandlin and Mike Hart react to the news of the Reds adding a second outfielder in one day. This time, they trade for OF Dane Myers from the Miami Marlins. In exchange, the Reds send their #18 overall prospect OF Ethan O'Donnell. Craig and Mike break down how Myers and Bleday fit as a platoon and whether or not this signals something bigger coming for the Reds.
Nick Kirby and Craig Sandlin break down the Cincinnati Reds’ signing of former Athletics outfielder JJ Bleday, who joins the club on a $1.4 million deal with incentives. The duo digs into Bleday’s profile, weighing the positives and concerns, and how his skill set fits into the Reds’ roster construction. They also examine the state of Cincinnati’s outfield depth moving forward, what the move could signal for ongoing Luis Robert tra...
Nick Kirby breaks down the Cincinnati Reds’ minor-league signing of Michael Chavis, covering everything you need to know about the former big leaguer and why the Reds may see value in adding him. Nick examines how Chavis fits into the organization and takes a closer look at the Reds’ current infield depth and competition heading into the season. He also dives into the latest developments surrounding FanDuel Sports Network, why the ...
It’s a special Christmas Eve double episode on Chatterbox Reds! Cincinnati Enquirer reporter Gordon Wittenmyer joined The Stone Shields Show and shared notable insight into the ongoing Luis Robert trade rumors involving the Cincinnati Reds. Nick Kirby then joined Off The Bench to further break down what the rumors mean, how real the interest is, and what a potential deal could look like moving forward.
Key points from Wittenmyer on...
Nick Kirby breaks down the latest trade rumors linking the Cincinnati Reds to White Sox center fielder Luis Robert Jr.
According to Bob Nightengale, Chicago is engaged in talks with both the Reds and Mets as they look to move Robert for pitching depth. Nick examines why the White Sox are exploring a trade now, despite exercising Robert’s $20 million option for 2026, and what their true motivations may be.
The episode covers Robert’...
Nick Kirby joined Todd Walker on Lima’s Morning News on 1150 WIMA earlier this week to break down the Cincinnati Reds’ offseason. The conversation covers the Reds missing out on Kyle Schwarber, the state of the roster, and what potential moves could be next as the offseason continues, along with broader expectations for the team heading into the upcoming season.
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Nick Kirby and Mike Hart break down the MLB Rule 5 Draft and what it means for the Cincinnati Reds. They discuss the Reds losing right-hander Roddery Muñoz, plus the additions of Zavier Warren and Nate Peterson in the minor-league portion of the draft. The guys also zoom out to evaluate the rest of the Reds’ offseason so far and make their predictions on what moves could be coming next for Cincinnati.
Nick Kirby and Mike Hart break down the Cincinnati Reds’ latest Hall of Fame class, as Brandon Phillips, Aaron Harang, Reggie Sanders, and Lou Piniella are officially set for induction. The guys dive into what each inductee meant to the franchise, revisit memorable moments from their Reds careers, and discuss how this class stacks up historically. They also look at the broader impact of the Hall of Fame announcement and what ...
Nick Kirby and Craig Sandlin break down the Cincinnati Reds’ signing of left-handed reliever Caleb Ferguson and what it means for the bullpen moving forward. The guys share their immediate reaction to the move, why the Reds targeted Ferguson, and how he fits into the team’s plans heading into the 2025 season.
They dive into Ferguson’s recent performance and underlying numbers, highlighting what he does well — including limiting hom...
Nick Kirby is joined by MLB.com and MLB Pipeline writer Jesse Borek to discuss the Cincinnati Reds prospects who played in the Arizona Fall League. The focus starts with Alfredo Duno, his standout three-home run game, and what Borek saw from him both at the plate and behind the plate throughout the AFL.
They also discuss Rhett Lowder’s outings as he worked his way back from injury, the highs and lows of a still very young Cam Colli...
Nick Kirby and Craig Sandlin dive into Ken Rosenthal’s latest report in The Athletic, which links the Cincinnati Reds to trade targets Ketel Marte (Diamondbacks) and Brandon Lowe (Rays) following their miss on free agent Kyle Schwarber. The guys break down each player’s profile, fit in the Reds’ lineup, what realistic trade packages might look like, and what these rumors say about Cincinnati’s overall offseason strategy. Plus, plen...
Trace Fowler and Nick Kirby react to the news that Kyle Schwarber has signed with the Philadelphia Phillies instead of the Cincinnati Reds. They break down Schwarber’s contract, the Reds’ reported offer, whether Cincinnati ever had a real chance, and their thoughts on comments attributed to Nick Krall and Reds ownership. They also discuss the fan reaction and what this move means for the rest of the Reds’ offseason.
With Schwarber ...
Nick Kirby, Craig Sandlin, and Mike Hart break down Day 1 of the MLB Winter Meetings, including the latest buzz around the Cincinnati Reds and their new uniforms. The guys dive into multiple reports on Kyle Schwarber’s free agency, the Reds’ chances of landing him, and every angle of the DH conversation. They also react to a new report linking Cincinnati to Astros outfielder Jake Meyers as a potential trade target. Plus, they explo...
Charlie Goldsmith joined The Stone Shields Show for a deep dive into a pivotal week of Cincinnati Reds news and offseason developments. Charlie and Stone break down the Reds’ signing of Emilio Pagán, what the move signals about the club’s bullpen strategy, and where he fits in the 2025 pitching staff. They also dig into the latest Kyle Schwarber rumors, how realistic a deal might be, and what it would mean for the Reds’ lineup cons...
Nick Kirby and Mike Hart dive into the most intriguing under-the-radar free agent targets who were non-tendered this offseason and could become impactful additions for the Cincinnati Reds. They break down why these players were surprisingly cut loose, how they fit the Reds’ roster needs, and which upside swings could pay off in a big way for 2025 and beyond.
The episode covers a wide range of potential targets, including former All...
Craig Sandlin, Andrew Collinsworth, and Mike Hart discuss the news that the Cincinnati Reds and Emilio Pagan agreed to a 2-year, $20M contract with an opt out after year one. They discuss Pagan's performance in 2025, the backend of the bullpen for 2026, and how this impacts the Kyle Schwarber pursuit.
Nick Kirby and Mike Hart break down the latest buzz surrounding the Cincinnati Reds' continued pursuit of free agent Kyle Schwarber. They dive into how serious the Reds’ interest really is, what a potential contract could look like, and which teams pose the biggest competition. Plus, plenty more insight and reaction to a pivotal storyline in the Reds’ offseason.
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Nick Kirby and Craig Sandlin dive deep into the St. Louis Cardinals' decision to trade Sonny Gray and what it could mean for the franchise’s future. Are the Cardinals heading toward a full-scale rebuild, or is this just the first move in a larger reshaping of their roster? The guys break it all down with context, insight, and data.
They also take a comprehensive look at every NL Central team — Brewers, Cubs, Pirates, and Cardinals ...
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