The Cincinnati Reds can lose no more in 2026

The Cincinnati Reds finished their disappointing 2026 season with a 5-1 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays on the final day, ending with a 75-87 record and last place in the NL Central. Max Scherzer pitched effectively for Toronto, striking out 7 batters while potentially throwing one of his final games. The Reds' season was marked by struggles across pitching, offense, and defense, with Sal Stewart's late-season slump costing him the league RBI lead and likely the Rookie of the Year award. Elly De La Cruz achieved 30-30 status and will enter arbitration after his best season, while Hunter Greene missed nearly the entire year due to injury.

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