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ClutchPoints 2026 MLB Power Rankings, Vol. 11: May begins with a Dodgers fall

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April is over, spring has sprung across the country, and a new edition of the MLB Power Rankings is here. Another manager was fired this week, as the Philadelphia Phillies moved on from Rob Thomson. Elsewhere in the National League, the Los Angeles Dodgers are out of the top spot in the MLB Power Rankings […] The post ClutchPoints 2026 MLB Power Rankings, Vol. 11: May begins with a Dodgers fall appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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How Reds have upset expectations with shocking start to 2026 MLB season

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Nobody had the Cincinnati Reds circled as a team to watch when the 2026 MLB season kicked off. PECOTA projected them for just 78.9 wins, while composite projection system ATC pegged them at 79.3 victories. BetMGM set their win total at 81.5 with most sharp bettors leaning under. With ace Hunter Greene on the injured […] The post How Reds have upset expectations with shocking start to 2026 MLB season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Veteran reliever hits free agency after opting out of Reds contract

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Throughout the 2026 season, the Cincinnati Reds bullpen is sure to go through plenty of changes. On Monday, Cincinnati saw a veteran depart the organization. Right-hander Andrew Chafin has opted out of his Reds contract, via Jon Heyman of the New York Post. He is now entering unrestricted free agency. Chafin signed a minor league […] The post Veteran reliever hits free agency after opting out of Reds contract appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Reds’ surprise breakout star behind early NL Central battle

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At 20-14, the Cincinnati Reds sit just two games behind the Chicago Cubs in the NL Central. They’re expecting to remain true competitors throughout the 2026 season. The team’s rotation is filled with plenty of former top prospects. And the same could be said about Cincinnati’s lineup. With players like Elly De La Cruz leading […] The post Reds’ surprise breakout star behind early NL Central battle appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Chicago Cubs Acquire 2-Year MLB Player Before Reds Game

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On Sunday, the Chicago Cubs concluded their series with the Arizona Diamondbacks at Wrigley Field.The Cubs won by a score of 8-4 to sweep the three-game series.Michael Busch led the team with two hits and four RBI’s (on Sunday).Chicago Cubs Acquire 2-Year MLB PlayerAfter Sunday’s game, news came out that the Cubs had claimed Luis […] The post Chicago Cubs Acquire 2-Year MLB Player Before Reds Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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Fantasy Baseball 2026: Closer Confidential for Week 6

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Bullpens were already in chaos across Major League Baseball, but April showers apparently bring May injury bugs. The Orioles back end is suddenly in a Land of Confusion after closer Ryan Helsley landed on the IL with the dreaded elbow injury. Kenley Jansen has a groin issue that, as of now, has not ...

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Daniel Palencia Update: Cubs Closer Returns From Injured List

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The Chicago Cubs have started the month of May on a hot streak, winning four in a row and seven out of their last ten. On the heels of these wins they also sit atop the National League Central, albeit not by a large margin. The rival St. Louis Cardinals and Cincinnati Reds sit only one game behind ...

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Reds pitchers tie 50-year-old record for consecutive walks

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The Cincinnati Reds tied an unwanted MLB record on Saturday by being unable to find the strike zone against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Reds issued seven consecutive walks during the second inning of Saturday’s game at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, Pa. Starting pitcher Rhett Lowder started the streak by issuing walks to Brandon Lowe, Bryan … The post Reds pitchers tie 50-year-old record for consecutive walks appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Reds make multiple roster moves before Pirates clash

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The Cincinnati Reds made a series of roster moves ahead of their matchup vs. the Pittsburgh Pirates, reflecting both immediate needs and longer-term strategy as the National League Central race tightens. The Reds enter Saturday tied for first place in the division at 20–12 alongside the Chicago Cubs, but they look to rebound after a […] The post Reds make multiple roster moves before Pirates clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pirates’ Paul Skenes has perfect reaction to Henry Davis home run

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The Pittsburgh Pirates snapped a five-game losing streak on Friday, by defeating the Cincinnati Reds 9-1. Pirates catcher Henry Davis blasted two home runs in the game. One of them came during a live broadcast interview with Pittsburgh pitcher Paul Skenes. Skenes had a fun reaction to seeing his teammate blast a homer. “We should […] The post Pirates’ Paul Skenes has perfect reaction to Henry Davis home run appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brandon Woodruff Injury: Brewers Provide Update Before Nationals Game

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The Milwaukee Brewers have been fighting to establish themselves in the National League Central, sitting only three and a half games behind the division leading Cincinnati Reds through the first full month of the season. The Brewers are fresh of an emphatic 13-1 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks, ...

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A look at the biggest Major League Baseball surprises in 2026 – playoff contenders struggle early in the season

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The MLB season is chugging along, and we’re starting to get an idea of the landscape of the league in 2026. Just about a fifth of the season is complete,…

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Pirates’ Jared Jones receives crucial injury update before Reds clash

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The Pittsburgh Pirates may be in last place in the National League Central standings at the moment, but the team looks like it could compete this year. The NL Central has performed better than expected overall, and the Pirates are right at the .500 mark with a 16-16 record heading into Friday night’s game against […] The post Pirates’ Jared Jones receives crucial injury update before Reds clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Reds’ 1st-place standing marks franchise first since 2002

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The Cincinnati Reds are on fire to begin the 2026 campaign, as the club owns a 20-11 record through the first 31 games of the regular season. After securing a 6-4 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Thursday, the club is in first place in the NL Central. Reports indicate that the last time the […] The post Reds’ 1st-place standing marks franchise first since 2002 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Reds’ Eugenio Suarez injury update revealed ahead of Rockies game

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As the Cincinnati Reds put star Eugenio Suarez on the injured list (IL) with an oblique issue, there has been a new update from manager Terry Francona about the 34-year-old. With the Reds currently facing the Colorado Rockies in a three-game series, winning 7-2 on Tuesday, the hope is that Suarez can come back sooner […] The post Reds’ Eugenio Suarez injury update revealed ahead of Rockies game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Fantasy Baseball 2026: Two-Start Pitchers for May 3-10

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The two-start pitchers in this group are going to be in your starting lineups. They are either matchup proof or have a pair of favorable outings. No commentary or data provided is going to change that. Tarik Skubal (DET) vs. BOS; @ KCRCristopher Sanchez (PHI) @ MIA; vs. COLLogan Gilbert (SEA) vs. ...

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Padres’ surprise breakout star behind hot start to 2026 season

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The San Diego Padres are one of the best teams in Major League Baseball to begin the 2026 season. At 19-10, the Friars are 1.5 games back of the Atlanta Braves for the top record in the league. SD is currently tied with the Cincinnati Reds and 0.5 games back of the Los Angeles Dodgers […] The post Padres’ surprise breakout star behind hot start to 2026 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Reds’ Chase Burns shares bold Elly De La Cruz claim that will catch Shohei Ohtani’s attention

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Who is the best baseball player in the world right now? Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is a popular answer to that question. If you ask Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Chase Burns, however, he will tell you the answer is Elly De La Cruz. De La Cruz , a shortstop, made great defensive plays […] The post Reds’ Chase Burns shares bold Elly De La Cruz claim that will catch Shohei Ohtani’s attention appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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