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The Reds have 'exceeded expectations' in a poll of MLB executives
TL;DR
The Cincinnati Reds have exceeded expectations in a poll of MLB executives, starting the 2026 season with an 18-10 record and leading the National League Central. Despite a quiet offseason and injuries, they aim for back-to-back playoff appearances for the first time since 2011.
Key points
- Cincinnati Reds lead the National League Central
- Reds have an 18-10 record in 2026
- Team is last in batting average at .213
- Eugenio Suarez is on the injured list
- Reds aim for back-to-back playoff appearances
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After sneaking into the playoffs last season thanks to the New York Mets' collapse (28-37 after the All-Star break), the Cincinnati Reds look good to start 2026. With an 18-10 record and leading the National League Central, the Reds look like they can make the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2011 and 2012.
The Reds had a rather quiet offseason after failing to sign designated hitter and hometown kid Kyle Schwarber. Instead of Schwarber, the Reds turned to acquire infielder Gavin Lux from the Los Angeles Dodgers and signed third baseman Eugenio Suarez in free agency.
Sadly, Lux and Suarez haven't been enough to take the offense to the next level, as they are dead last in team average (.213) and 25th in OPS (.686). To add insult to injury, the Reds will be without Suarez for some time, as he is on the injured list with a left oblique strain.
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In a poll of Major League Baseball executives by , the Reds received the second-most votes (three) for how well they've done to start this season. Even losing their ace, right-hander , has not stopped the Reds' rotation from treading water (20th in team ERA, 4.48).
Q&A
What is the Cincinnati Reds' record in the 2026 season?
The Cincinnati Reds have an 18-10 record in the 2026 season.
Who did the Reds acquire during the offseason?
The Reds acquired infielder Gavin Lux from the Los Angeles Dodgers and signed third baseman Eugenio Suarez in free agency.
Why are the Reds struggling offensively this season?
The Reds are struggling offensively, ranking last in team average at .213 and 25th in OPS at .686, compounded by injuries to key players like Eugenio Suarez.