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 breaks down the biggest storylines from Cincinnati Reds Spring Training in Goodyear as Terry Francona sets the tone with a clear message: “It’s time.”
Hear the latest from Francona, including his responsibility for managing Elly De La Cruz’s workload in 2026, why Elly won’t play 162 games this season, and how the young superstar is entering camp stronger and more confident. Elly is reportedly up to 217 pounds — nearly 15...
Nick Kirby and Mike Hart break down the Cincinnati Reds signing Nathaniel Lowe to a minor league deal and what it could mean for the roster heading into the season. They dive into Lowe’s potential fit, how he impacts the infield picture, and which player could ultimately be the odd man out if he makes the club. The guys also react to the latest injury update on Christian Encarnacion-Strand and what it means for the Reds’ lineup dep...
Nick Kirby recaps all the latest from Cincinnati Reds camp as pitchers and catchers report to Goodyear, Arizona, officially kicking off the 2026 season. Nick dives into Reds writers’ roster projections — including one controversial rotation pick — Terry Francona’s thoughts on the World Baseball Classic, major trades and signings around the NL Central, and plenty more from around the league.
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Nick Kirby joined Todd Walker on Lima’s Morning News (1150 WIMA) to break down the Cincinnati Reds’ offseason, the signing of Eugenio Suárez, how the 2026 season could shape up, and much more.
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In this exclusive interview, Cincinnati Reds bench coach and field coordinator Freddie Benavides joins the show to break down the biggest storylines surrounding the Reds as spring training approaches. Now entering his 13th season on the Reds coaching staff and 34th year in the organization, Benavides provides a behind-the-scenes look at how the Reds prepare for a Major League season — from game planning and analytics to fundamental...
Trace Fowler and Nick Kirby break down the Cincinnati Reds’ signing of Eugenio Suárez, where he fits in the lineup, and what it means for the club’s 2026 outlook. They project the Reds’ 2026 lineup, share their thoughts on the move, and discuss the implications of the team’s new TV deal—plus plenty more Reds talk.
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Craig Sandlin and Mike Hart break down the breaking news that the Cincinnati Reds and Eugenio Suarez are in agreement on a 1-year deal. They discuss the signing, Geno's role with the team, and the required move to get the roster down to 40 men.
Craig Sandlin and Mike Hart dive into the boldest fan takes surrounding the Cincinnati Reds’ 2026 season. From Elly De La Cruz’s superstar ceiling to potential breakout players, regression candidates, and Hunter Greene’s case for Cy Young contention, no hot take is off-limits. The guys also debate MiLB prospects who could impact the big-league roster and predict the Reds’ final win total. Which fan predictions hit home—and which on...
Craig Sandlin and Mike Hart discuss the four Reds named to the 2026 MLB Pipeline Top 100 Prospect List led by #22 Sal Stewart. They also discuss the Reds Non-Roster Invitees List for Spring Training and the current depth chart and platoon lineups for the Reds heading into 2026.
Clay Snowden from Just Baseball stops by Off The Bench to hand out grades for the Cincinnati Reds’ offseason, discuss how the new TV deal changes the game, and cover plenty more Reds talk. A must-listen for Reds fans.
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Nick Kirby dives into a fascinating and complicated report linking the Cincinnati Reds to free agents Eugenio Suárez and Austin Hays — and why uncertainty surrounding the team’s local TV future has placed the front office in a holding pattern. What would Suárez’s return mean for the Reds’ infield? Does Hays fit the current outfield mix? Nick breaks down each player’s potential role, roster impact, and how realistic these pursuits a...
Nick Kirby and Craig Sandlin break down Terry Francona’s lineup decisions for the Reds in 2026, including the confirmation of TJ Friedl at leadoff and Elly De La Cruz hitting third. They discuss how these choices could impact the team, debate who should bat second, and analyze Francona’s comments on Noevli Marte, Spencer Steer, and Will Benson. A must-listen for fans looking for lineup insights and Reds strategy analysis.
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Nick Kirby and Craig Sandlin break down the surprising news that Elly De La Cruz turned down a contract extension that would have made him the highest-paid player in Cincinnati Reds history. They discuss what this means for the Reds’ long-term plans, Elly’s future in Cincinnati, and how significant this decision really is. The guys also dive into Elly’s choice to skip the World Baseball Classic, what went into that decision, and wh...
Nick Kirby and Craig Sandlin break down the latest news surrounding the Cincinnati Reds, including reports that the team is showing interest in re-signing Miguel Andújar. They discuss whether Andújar would be a good fit in 2026 and where he could slot into the lineup. Plus, the hosts dive into Jim Bowden’s intriguing comments on Kyle Schwarber and the Reds, updates on the Reds’ TV deal and FanDuel’s potential return, the Dodgers’ p...
Nick Kirby, Craig Sandlin, and Mike Hart deliver instant reaction to the breaking news that the Reds traded Gavin Lux to the Tampa Bay Rays in a three-team deal that brings reliever Brock Burke back from the Los Angeles Angels. The trio breaks down why the Reds moved on from Lux, what Burke adds to the bullpen, and whether this trade signals another move is coming — specifically, a bat to bolster the lineup.
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Cincinnati Reds broadcaster Chris Welsh joins the Stone Shields Show for an exclusive interview. Stone and Chris dive into the Reds’ offseason moves so far, expectations for the 2026 season, and Welsh’s early impressions of Terry Francona in year one at the helm. Plus, Chris shares his favorite George Grande story and plenty more insight from inside the broadcast booth. A must-listen for Reds fans.
Nick Kirby and Mike Hart break down the Cincinnati Reds’ eight contract agreements to avoid arbitration, including deals for Gavin Lux, Spencer Steer, Will Benson, Nick Lodolo, Tony Santillan, Matt McLain, Brady Singer, and TJ Friedl. They also dive into the two players likely headed for arbitration — Tyler Stephenson and Graham Ashcraft — and what those cases could mean for the Reds moving forward. Plus, the guys discuss the possi...
Nick Kirby and Mike Hart break down a busy week for the Cincinnati Reds, highlighted by an MLB deal for reliever Pierce Johnson and a wave of minor-league signings including Michael Toglia, Josh Staumont, Brandon Liebrant, Hagen Danner and Garrett Hampson. They also examine major moves around the NL Central, including the Chicago Cubs trading top prospect Owen Caissie to the Marlins for Edward Cabrera and signing Alex Bregman. Plus...
On this episode Chatterbox Reds, Nick Kirby and Craig Sandlin break down Mark Sheldon’s report that the Cincinnati Reds “loathe” trading from their starting pitching depth. They explore whether that mindset makes sense, which pitchers could realistically be on the trade block, and how the Reds might navigate their roster moves. Plus, they dive into Eugenio Suarez as a potential free agent target and what adding him could mean for t...
On the latest episode of Chatterbox Reds, Nick Kirby and Craig Sandlin react to a report from Mark Sheldon revealing that the Cincinnati Reds have not held any multi-year contract extension talks with arbitration-eligible players or those under club control. They break down whether that’s a cause for concern and discuss which players the Reds should prioritize for extensions in the near future.
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