Cincinnati Reds ownership, front office discuss 2027 and the future

The Cincinnati Reds held a media meeting where ownership and front office executives acknowledged significant roster deficiencies from 2026. Pitching coach Derek Johnson will not return after taking a personal leave, while assistant hitting coach Will Remillard is also departing, though hitting coach Chris Valaika will remain. The team identified Elly De La Cruz and Sal Stewart as their primary offensive cornerstones with many question marks elsewhere, and noted that Chase Burns anchors a rotation lacking depth. Front office leaders admitted to poor performance in roster construction, particularly at the bottom of the lineup and bullpen, and stated they need to improve player acquisition and develop better complementary players for manager Tito Francona.

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