Reds' 13-year run of mediocrity makes decision to retain Nick Krall look even worse

The Cincinnati Reds retained General Manager Nick Krall following a disappointing 2026 season, a decision that critics argue is difficult to justify given the team's 13-year stretch of mediocrity. Over the past 13 years, the Reds have never exceeded 83 wins and haven't finished better than third place in the NL Central in 14 years. While a compressed offseason due to a looming lockout presents logistical challenges for hiring a new regime, the article argues Krall bears responsibility for poor personnel decisions including contracts for Mike Moustakas and Jeimer Candelario, despite having young stars like Elly De La Cruz, Sal Stewart, and Chase Burns on the roster at minimal cost.

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