Cincinnati Reds pitcher Rhett Lowder joins the show for an in-depth, Pardon My Take–style interview covering everything from his dominant college run at Wake Forest to his MLB debut, his injury-challenged 2025 season, the Arizona Fall League, and his expectations for 2026.

Rhett opens up about:🔥 His experience pitching in the Arizona Fall League🔥 What the rehab process is really like behind the scenes🔥 Facing Paul Skenes in college and throwing seven scoreless🔥 His draft-day story and whether he knew the Reds were taking him🔥 Adjusting to professional baseball and dealing with struggles for the first time🔥 Getting the call to the big leagues and dominating in his first six MLB starts🔥 What he’s focused on heading into the 2026 season

If you’re a Reds fan, this is one you don’t want to miss.

Clay Snowden joins Cincinnati Reds Daily to break down a wild stretch in Reds Country — from the Kyle Schwarber fallout, to Nick Krall’s comments about payroll and ownership, to trade rumors involving Ketel Marte and Brandon Lowe.

Topics Discussed in This Episode:– Why the Reds came up short on Kyle Schwarber despite offering 5 years, $125M– Krall’s latest comments:

“I never said we were going to extend [payroll]…”– Reaction to Krall’s ownership quotes:“Our ownership group puts everything back into the team every year…”– Are the Ketel Marte or Brandon Lowe rumors legit or PR damage control?– Which prospects should be “off limits” in any major trade?– What comes next for the Reds after missing on their top target?

Make sure to follow Clay on X at @Clay_sno and read his work at JustBaseball.com.

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Kyle Schwarber is officially off the board, signing a five-year, $150 million deal to return to the Philadelphia Phillies. But the real story isn’t just that the Reds missed out — it’s why they missed out.Jeff Passan reported that Cincinnati simply did not meet the financial demands needed to stay in the race, despite Schwarber growing up just 30 minutes from the city and having real interest in joining the Reds. Charlie Goldsmith added that the Reds were out of the negotiations early, even though they made an initial offer.Then came Nick Krall’s comments about ownership trying to “break even every year”… and that’s where the frustration really begins. In today’s video, we break down why that explanation makes no sense in 2025, why it continues to hold the franchise back, and what missing out on Schwarber means for the rest of the offseason.Can the Reds find legitimate offense elsewhere? Will they turn to the trade market? Or is this another winter of bargain hunting?Let’s talk about what really happened — and what comes next for Cincinnati.If you enjoy Reds coverage all offseason, make sure to like, subscribe, and drop your thoughts in the comments!

Jim Bowden wants the Cincinnati Reds to make a massive move: signing Kyle Schwarber to a 5-year, $160 million contract. Would it shock baseball? Could it transform the Reds’ lineup? And what are insiders saying at the Winter Meetings?In today’s video, we break down Bowden’s proposal, all the latest Schwarber rumors, why the Pirates’ big offer matters, and how the Reds’ offseason needs line up with their reported targets.Plus — updates on Pat Kelly winning the Mike Coolbaugh Award, compensation picks for the 2026 MLB Draft, the Reds’ minor-league signings, and Noelvi Marte’s Home Run Derby win.Subscribe for daily Cincinnati Reds coverage all offseason long!

The Cincinnati Reds have officially re-signed Emilio Pagán to a two-year, $20 million deal, pending a physical — marking their first major move of the offseason. Pagán is coming off a career-best season with 32 saves and a 2.88 ERA, and his return helps stabilize a bullpen that lost key arms to free agency.

We also break down the latest update on the Reds’ chances of signing Kyle Schwarber, after MLB insider Mark Feinsand placed Cincinnati’s odds at 15% — a significant jump from earlier in the offseason. With the Reds searching for a middle-of-the-order bat, Schwarber’s Cincinnati ties make this storyline one to watch.

Plus, we run through the newly announced Redsfest attendee list, including Andrew Abbott, Graham Ashcraft, TJ Friedl, Tyler Stephenson, Manager Terry Francona, and a long list of former players and coaches. Redsfest returns January 16–17, 2026, at the Cincinnati Convention Center.

Topics in this video:0:00 – Reds Re-Sign Emilio Pagán0:41 – What the Pagán Deal Means for the Bullpen3:31 – Latest Kyle Schwarber Free Agency Odds6:16 – Full Redsfest Attendee List Revealed8:01 – Final Thoughts

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⬇️ Comment Below:– Do you like the Pagán contract?– What are your odds for Schwarber signing with the Reds?– Are you going to Redsfest this year?

The Cincinnati Reds are still showing interest in hometown slugger Kyle Schwarber, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. Could the Reds actually make a serious push for one of the biggest bats on the free agent market? Today, we break down the latest report, Schwarber’s monster 2025 season, what he said about Cincinnati, whether the Reds will spend, and what this move would signal about the franchise’s direction.

We also cover:• Reds Caravan canceled• Reds sign RHP Taylor Floyd• Emilio Pagán rumor + projected contract• Why the Reds need both bats and bullpen help this offseason

👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments — should the Reds go all-in on Schwarber?

Today on Cincinnati Reds Daily, we break down why Adolis García is a perfect fit for the Reds heading into the 2026 MLB season. After being non-tendered by the Texas Rangers, García hits free agency with massive power potential and Gold Glove defense — but also real concerns with plate discipline and declining production. We examine all the pros and cons using full analytics.

We also react to the breaking news that Sonny Gray is being traded to the Boston Red Sox, according to Jeff Passan. Gray, a former Red, is coming off a down season with St. Louis but still made 32 starts. We cover what this means for the Red Sox, Cardinals, and how it relates to the Reds’ offseason plans.

Finally, we hit on a few quick notes:• Jake Fraley signs with the Rays• Derek Johnson will appear on the Reds Hot Stove show Thursday night

A national outlet floated a blockbuster trade idea: Hunter Greene + Matt McLain + Christian Encarnacion-Strand for Ketel Marte.In today’s video, we break down why that proposal heavily favors Arizona, why Cincinnati would never consider it, and why Hunter Greene’s own comments on Instagram hint at how he really feels about the trade chatter.Plus — updates on Jonathan India, his new deal and haircut, Hunter Greene at the Vegas F1 race, and offseason notes from around the Reds world.Stats Included:• Marte slashed .283/.376/.517 with 57 extra-base hits, 28 HR• McLain slashed .220/.300/.343 in 2025, but .290/.357/.507 and 3.6 WAR in 2023• Greene: 7-4, 2.76 ERA, 0.94 WHIP, 132 K, 107 2/3 IP• India: .233/.323/.346, 38 XBH, 136 games🔥 Subscribe for daily Reds content!

A massive night of Cincinnati Reds news.Nick Krall revealed the real reason Elly De La Cruz struggled late in 2025.Kyle Schwarber was back in town and didn’t rule out the possibility of coming home.And Krall strongly defended Hunter Greene after months of rumors and criticism.In this video, we break down every quote, every stat, and what it means for the 2026 season.Subscribe for daily Reds updates.

The Cincinnati Reds made three important roster moves ahead of the Rule 5 Draft deadline, adding Hector Rodriguez, Edwin Arroyo, and Leo Balcazar to the 40-man roster.Pitcher Carson Spiers was designated for assignment after undergoing Tommy John surgery earlier this season.In this video, we break down every move, why the Reds protected these three prospects, and what it means for 2026 and beyond. All stats included. No speculation—just Reds news you need.