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The Cincinnati Reds entered the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline five games under .500 and in last place in the NL Central, but Nick Krall and the front office once again chose to avoid a full buy or sell approach.In this video, I break down why this strategy feels so familiar, how the Reds handled previous deadlines, and why many fans believe this year’s deadline could be the final straw.Do you think the Reds made the right decision, or should they have sold more aggressively?Subscribe for daily Cincinnati Reds coverage, news, analysis, and trade discussions. Get full access to RedsDaily4 at redsdaily4.substack.com/subscribe

Chattanooga Lookouts first baseman Ruben Ibarra joins Cincinnati Reds Daily for an exclusive interview!We discuss:His incredible power and 498-foot home runHis recent home run surgeBeing drafted by the Cincinnati RedsThe grind of climbing through the minor leaguesHis favorite career momentsSkyline ChiliThe "Sexy Dexy" doubles celebrationHis goals for reaching the major leaguesIf you enjoy Reds prospect interviews, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications so you never miss new Cincinnati Reds coverage.🔴 Subscribe to Cincinnati Reds Daily for:Reds newsProspect interviewsTrade deadline coverageGame reactionsMinor league updatesLive streams and podcastsFollow Cincinnati Reds Daily on social media for even more Reds content! Get full access to RedsDaily4 at redsdaily4.substack.com/subscribe

The MLB Trade Deadline is approaching, and Nick Krall’s latest comments have Reds fans talking.On this episode of Queen City Reds, we break down Krall’s comments about the Cincinnati Reds’ farm system and why many fans and analysts aren’t buying his confidence. We discuss what his remarks could mean for the organization’s direction heading into the trade deadline and beyond.We also cover the Reds finally signing their second-round draft pick and what it means for the 2026 draft class.Topics include:Nick Krall’s trade deadline commentsWhy his confidence in the farm system is drawing criticismWhat the Reds should do before the deadlineReds sign their second-round draft pickLatest Cincinnati Reds news and analysis Get full access to RedsDaily4 at redsdaily4.substack.com/subscribe

The Cincinnati Reds have reportedly agreed to a 7-year, $105 million contract extension with All-Star pitcher Chase Burns, according to Jon Morosi of MLB Network.In this video, I break down what the deal means for the Reds, why locking up Burns early could save the organization millions in the future, and how this impacts the franchise moving forward. We also discuss Burns' dominant 2026 season, why his slider has become one of the best pitches in Major League Baseball, and what pairing him with Hunter Greene means for Cincinnati's championship hopes.Topics covered:Chase Burns' reported 7-year, $105 million extensionWhy the Reds made the deal nowHow the contract buys out arbitration and free-agent yearsWhat it means for the Reds' futureHunter Greene and Chase Burns as one of MLB's best young pitching duosIs this the biggest move the Reds have made in years?Do you like the extension? Let me know your thoughts in the comments.If you enjoyed the video, be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss the latest Cincinnati Reds news, analysis, interviews, and coverage. Get full access to RedsDaily4 at redsdaily4.substack.com/subscribe

The Cincinnati Reds have reached the All-Star break, and it’s time to evaluate the first half of the season.Clay Snowden of Just Baseball joins the show to discuss his recent article arguing that it’s time for the Reds to move on from President of Baseball Operations Nick Krall. We break down the reasoning behind that opinion, what has gone wrong this season, and whether a change in leadership is the right move.Be sure to follow Clay on X: @Clay_snoWe also hand out first-half grades for:* Lineup* Starting rotation* Bullpen* Defense* Minor league systemDo you agree with our grades? Should the Reds move on from Nick Krall? Let us know in the comments below.If you enjoy Cincinnati Reds coverage, make sure to subscribe for interviews, breaking news, trade deadline coverage, prospect updates, live streams, and daily Reds content.Follow Clay Snowden on X: @Clay_sno Get full access to RedsDaily4 at redsdaily4.substack.com/subscribe