Robinson impacted Cincinnati amid segregation
(Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:00:00 -0500)
By the mid-1950s, Reds fans had grown accustomed to seeing African-American players the likes of Jackie Robinson, Willie Mays and Hank Aaron -- as visiting ballplayers. It wasn't until Frank Robinson walked into Crosley Field in 1956 that Cincinnati finally had a black baseball superstar of its own.

Spencer: Big Red Machine could be humming again
(Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:00:00 -0500)
The Reds aren't playing around. A host of bold winter moves having fortified a talented core with power pitching, power hitting and depth everywhere, the Big Red Machine could be back in business.

Fans have chance to buy Opening Day tickets
(Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:10:00 -0500)
The Reds announced Tuesday an online opportunity to get tickets for Opening Day 2012. Until 12 p.m. ET on Feb. 15, fans can go to Reds.com/openingday to register for a chance to purchase up to four tickets for the Apr. 5 opener vs. the Marlins.

Frazier prepping for 'fun battle' at spring camp
(Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:03:00 -0500)
Like most of his Reds teammates who have weighed in, infielder Todd Frazier loves the offseason moves his club has made. However, it's made making the big league roster out of Spring Training for Frazier all the more difficult.

Larkin among hosts for Elite Camp in Brazil
(Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:30:00 -0500)
Hall of Fame electee Barry Larkin will host an Elite Camp in Brazil, in cooperation with Major League Baseball International, this February, the organization announced Monday.

Jocketty revamped Reds during busy offseason
(Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:00:00 -0500)
Meggie Zahneis met with Reds GM Walt Jocketty, who is pleased with his work this offseason, during which Cincinnati made a number of major moves.

Reds Caravan brings fans, players together
(Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:00:00 -0500)
The members of the northern leg of the 2012 Reds Caravan pulled into their final stop, the National Museum of the United States Air Force in Dayton, Ohio, tired but exhilarated.

Reds Caravan vies for Columbus' allegiance
(Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:40:00 -0500)
Top prospect Devin Mesoraco was on hand as the Reds Caravan stopped in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday.

Hype surrounds first day of Reds Caravan
(Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:03:00 -0500)
Three buses for three different caravan legs carried Reds personnel out of Cincinnati and all around the region for the annual Reds Caravan. Generating the buzz is all of the transactions that the Reds have made in an attempt to position themselves as prime contenders for the National League Central division title.

Arredondo agrees to two-year deal with Reds
(Thu, 26 Jan 2012 20:18:00 -0500)
The Reds and right-hander Jose Arredondo have agreed to a two-year contract to avoid arbitration, the club announced Thursday.

Latos stops in Cincinnati to meet new 'mates
(Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:01:00 -0500)
A man used to living on West Coast time, Mat Latos was still rubbing the sleep out of his eyes early Thursday while trying to get to know his new working environment.

Phillips not worried about contract situation
(Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:00:59 -0500)
It's been an unusual offseason for Brandon Phillips, who will be a free agent after the 2012 season. But he's focused on winning a title in Cincinnati.

Castellini: Reds will try to sign Votto
(Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:46:00 -0500)
Despite the mega deals signed by fellow first basemen Albert Pujols and Prince Fielder this offseason, Reds CEO Bob Castellini didn't rule out Cincinnati making an effort to sign Joey Votto to an extension.

Reds said to have deal with lefty Francis
(Wed, 25 Jan 2012 23:30:00 -0500)
Looking to supplement their rotation with extra depth, the Reds reached a Minor League deal late Wednesday with left-handed pitcher Jeff Francis.

Reds pair among MLB.com's Top 100 prospects
(Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:00:00 -0500)
Two Reds prospects -- catcher Devin Mesoraco and shortstop Billy Hamilton -- were ranked among the 100 players on MLB.com's 2012 Top Prospects list.

Reds acquire Valdez in swap with Phillies
(Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:10:00 -0500)
Bypassing what was a picked over free-agent market, Cincinnati executed a trade that brought utility infielder Wilson Valdez from the Phillies for left-handed reliever Jeremy Horst.

Reds sign veteran utilityman Harris
(Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:58:00 -0500)
The Reds addressed another need for infield depth when they agreed to terms with utility player Willie Harris on a Minor League deal.

Meggie: Scheduling an MLB season no easy task
(Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:27:00 -0500)
Katy Feeney has her work cut out for her. Feeney, MLB's senior vice president of scheduling and club relations, oversees the creation of MLB's master schedule.

Reds scoreboard man to test 'Baseball IQ'
(Mon, 23 Jan 2012 10:37:00 -0500)
For years, Reds scoreboard operator Rich Linville has tested -- and probably frustrated -- thousands of fans attending each home game. He's the guy behind the scenes who has tested their knowledge with the "scoreboard stumper."

Soto No. 7 on list of top first-base prospects
(Sat, 21 Jan 2012 11:36:05 -0500)


Reds still looking for backup shortstop
(Fri, 20 Jan 2012 23:09:00 -0500)
The Reds have been busy upgrading at several spots over the past month, and general manager Walt Jocketty revealed that he might not be done. The last item remaining on the offseason wish list is an extra infielder who can back up Zack Cozart at shortstop.

Reds, closer Madson complete one-year deal
(Fri, 20 Jan 2012 22:36:00 -0500)
The Reds and new closer Ryan Madson made their deal official on Friday, when the club announced a one-year contract with a mutual option for 2013.