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Chase Burns earned his 15th win in the Reds' 7-5 victory over the Cubs on Sunday Night Baseball, allowing two earned runs over 5.2 innings despite working on a limited pitch count due to workload management. The Reds have reduced Burns' pitch allocation to 75-80 per start as he approaches a career-high in innings pitched, with plans to potentially shut him down before the season ends to protect his health. Burns has compiled a 14-3 record with a 2.77 ERA across 25 starts this season and is being positioned as the ace around whom Cincinnati will build its rotation going forward.
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How the former 1st round draft picks of the Reds have looked in 2026
The Cincinnati Reds' recent first-round draft picks are showing mixed results in 2026. Chase Burns and Sal Stewart, both former early picks, contributed to the Reds' recent victory over the Cubs, with Burns earning his 15th win and Stewart hitting his third consecutive home run. Among prospects still in the minor leagues, Lebron is performing well at High-A with a .288 average and power display, while Hall shows promise despite struggling in the Florida State League. Other prospects like Floyd have battled injuries, Collier is hitting just .214 at Double-A, and Hendrick has struggled after an initial hot start, while Nelson has left the organization entirely.
Red ReporterBurns overcomes PCA's homer and much more in electric night at Wrigley
MLB.com RedsReds blast four homers in 7-5 win over Cubs on Sunday Night Baseball
The Reds defeated the Cubs 7-5 on Sunday Night Baseball to win the series at Wrigley Field. Cincinnati's four home runs came from Hector Rodriguez (three-run shot), Dane Myers, Tyler Stephenson, and Sal Stewart (418-foot solo blast), while Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong hit two homers including one in the first inning. Reds starter Chase Burns allowed two earned runs over 5.2 innings on 100 pitches despite an early umpiring miss on a strikeout call. Elly De La Cruz left the game early with quad tightness, though manager Terry Francona expressed confidence he could return to the lineup soon.
Red ReporterReds/Cubs Sunday Night Baseball game to begin in rain delay
The Reds-Cubs Sunday Night Baseball game at Wrigley Field is delayed due to rain in the Chicago area, with an updated start time of 7:45 PM ET instead of the originally scheduled 7:20 PM. Reds starter Chase Burns, who was already expected to have limited pitch counts to manage his workload, may see an even shorter outing as a result of the extended warm-up period. Joey Votto will serve as an on-field analyst for the nationally televised game on NBC and Peacock.
Red ReporterChase Burns leads Reds vs. Cubs on Sunday Night Baseball
Chase Burns will start for Cincinnati against Chicago on Sunday Night Baseball, coming off what he described as his worst outing of the season. The Reds plan to reduce Burns' workload going forward, limiting him to 75-80 pitches per start instead of his typical 95-100, though he will remain in the rotation. Burns has compiled a 14-3 record with a 2.77 ERA across 25 starts and 139.2 innings pitched this season. First pitch is scheduled for 7:20 PM ET on NBC and Peacock.
Red ReporterBurns emerges in latest Pitcher Power Rankings
MLB.com RedsNationals' DFA could help Reds solve looming Chase Burns dilemma
Chase Burns is approaching a career-high in innings pitched at 139⅔ and recently struggled in a start against San Francisco, allowing five runs in less than four innings. With the Reds having four-and-a-half weeks remaining in the season, Burns will likely need to be shut down before significantly exceeding his workload, as broadcaster Jeff Brantley estimated he would be limited to around 150 innings. The Nationals' recent designation of Trevor Williams for assignment could provide Cincinnati with a low-cost veteran option to help fill the rotation gap, assuming he clears waivers. The Reds also have minor-league arms like Darius Vines, Kevin Abel, and Jose Acuña available to provide depth down the stretch.
Blog Red MachineBurns gets knocked off his game against scuffling Giants
MLB.com RedsBurns set to continue stellar season with 1st career start in San Francisco
MLB.com RedsReds need pitching and the Rockies just handed them a perfect reunion opportunity
The Cincinnati Reds face a severe pitching shortage after Hunter Greene underwent Tommy John surgery and will miss the remainder of 2026 and all of 2027, while Chase Burns and Nick Lodolo are dealing with workload and injury concerns respectively. Michael Lorenzen, recently designated for assignment by the Colorado Rockies, presents a potential solution as a former Reds pitcher who has averaged 24 starts and over 125 innings per season since leaving Cincinnati in 2022. Though Lorenzen posted a 4.64 ERA this year and has limited recent relief experience, the Reds' depleted rotation and bullpen could benefit from adding the veteran right-hander.
Blog Red MachineReds need Rhett Lowder to finish the 2026 season strong for one vital reason
Rhett Lowder's performance has improved significantly over his last four starts after a rough stretch earlier in the 2026 season, and the Cincinnati Reds need him to maintain this form heading into 2027. With Brady Singer likely departing in free agency, Lowder could become the Reds' second starter behind ace Chase Burns if he returns to his 2024 rookie form. Lowder will enter arbitration after next season, making a strong 2027 campaign important for both his contract negotiations and the team's competitive window in the NL Central.
Blog Red MachineReds should consider this familiar face rather than keeping Brady Singer
Hunter Greene's Tommy John surgery will sideline him for all of 2027, forcing the Cincinnati Reds to address a rotation gap this offseason. While reuniting with free agent Brady Singer seems logical, the article suggests Nick Martinez presents a better option due to financial flexibility and versatility. Martinez, currently with Tampa Bay, has posted a 2.74 ERA over 138 innings this season and could fill a rotation spot or bolster the bullpen as a 36-year-old on a likely one-year deal. The Reds can build their core around Chase Burns, Nick Lodolo, Andrew Abbott, and potentially Rhett Lowder, with Martinez providing insurance without the long-term commitment Singer would require.
Blog Red MachineReds News: Chase Burns' innings limit, Emilio Pagán's absence, Brandon Williamson rehab
Manager Terry Francona has no plans to shut down All-Star pitcher Chase Burns despite him reaching a career-high 124 innings pitched, saying the team will continue trying to win games while Burns remains healthy. Closer Emilio Pagán is dealing with hand soreness and will be examined Friday after appearing in only one game over the past eight days. Left-hander Brandon Williamson is progressing through his rehabilitation assignment and will make another appearance on August 16, though he has yet to pitch more than two innings in any rehab outing since going on the injured list in April.
Blog Red MachineMarty Brennaman may have just explained why the Reds' trade deadline was so quiet
Former Reds broadcaster Marty Brennaman suggested that general manager Nick Krall may have staked his job on the team's playoff chances by making no moves at the trade deadline despite the roster being five games under .500. Brennaman implied that Krall's future with the organization could depend on whether Cincinnati makes the postseason, a difficult proposition given the team's record, the toughest strength of schedule in baseball, and injuries to pitchers Hunter Greene and Chase Burns. Krall has led the Reds' baseball operations since 2018 and was named president of baseball operations in 2023, but the team has largely underperformed during his tenure.
Blog Red MachineReds Place Hunter Greene On Injured List
Hunter Greene has been placed on the injured list after experiencing right elbow soreness during a side session on Tuesday, marking his return to the IL just weeks after missing the first three months of the season for a procedure to remove loose bodies from the same elbow. The Reds have not provided a diagnosis or return timeline, and Greene will visit Dr. Neal ElAttrache for further evaluation. The injury compounds Cincinnati's struggles as the team sits at 54-58, five games out of a playoff spot, and recently made modest trades at the deadline. With Greene sidelined, the Reds' rotation is reduced to Chase Burns, Brady Singer, Rhett Lowder, and Andrew Abbott, though Nick Lodolo and Brandon Williamson are progressing through rehab assignments.
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