Injury Updates on Blake Dunn, Dane Myers, Tony Santillan, Graham Ashcraft, and Others

Reds Prospect Jay Allen II Opens Up About Choosing Baseball Over Football and His Breakout Season

Cincinnati Reds prospect Jay Allen II joins me to talk about his strong first half at Double-A Chattanooga, what changed after a difficult 2025 season and the adjustments that have helped him take a major step forward. Allen also takes us back to the 2021 MLB Draft, talks about the teams that showed interest in him and what he remembers about being selected by the Cincinnati Reds. We also discuss his decision to choose baseball over football, whether he has any regrets about walking away from the gridiron, Alfredo Duno’s rise through the Reds organization and what Allen believes he still needs to prove to eventually reach Cincinnati. And, of course, I had to get his honest thoughts on Skyline Chili. Subscribe for more Cincinnati Reds interviews, news, analysis and prospect coverage. Go Reds, and see ya. Get full access to RedsDaily4 at redsdaily4.substack.com/subscribe [https://redsdaily4.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Injury Updates on Blake Dunn, Dane Myers, Tony Santillan, Graham Ashcraft, and Others

Reds manager Terry Francona met with reporters, including Mike Petraglia [https://x.com/Trags/status/2074580073076695252?s=20], ahead of Tuesday’s series opener against the Philadelphia Phillies and provided numerous injury updates. The Reds are slowly, but surely getting healthy. However, their play hasn’t improved on the field. Get full access to RedsDaily4 at redsdaily4.substack.com/subscribe [https://redsdaily4.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Cincinnati Reds Trade Deadline Plans and Midseason Check In

The MLB Trade Deadline is quickly approaching, and it's time to check in on the Cincinnati Reds.We'll break down where the Reds stand, whether they should buy or sell, the latest trade rumors, players who could be moved, potential trade targets, and what Nick Krall should do over the next few weeks. We'll also discuss the recent performances of Hunter Greene, Chase Burns, Nick Lodolo, Tyler Stephenson, and the rest of the roster, plus answer your questions live.Topics include:Reds buyers or sellers?Trade deadline strategyPlayers who could be tradedPotential trade targetsProspect updatesMLB Draft discussionLive Q&A with viewersBe sure to subscribe and join the conversation as we talk all things Cincinnati Reds.Go Reds! Get full access to RedsDaily4 at redsdaily4.substack.com/subscribe [https://redsdaily4.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Why the Reds Should Seriously Consider Trading Tyler Stephenson

Tyler Stephenson is playing some of his best baseball of the season, hitting .352/.407/.537 over the last month while reminding everyone why productive offensive catchers are so valuable.With the MLB trade deadline approaching, the Cincinnati Reds have a major decision to make.If the Reds plan to sign Stephenson to a long-term extension, the choice is simple—keep him. But if an extension isn't in the organization's plans, should Cincinnati capitalize on his rising value and trade him while contenders are desperate for catching help?I break down Stephenson's recent surge, why offensive catchers are so difficult to find, what Alfredo Duno's development means for the future, and whether trading Stephenson could be the smartest move for the franchise.Do you think the Reds should trade Tyler Stephenson or keep him long-term? Let me know your thoughts in the comments.🔔 Subscribe for daily Cincinnati Reds news, rumors, trade updates, prospects, and analysis. Get full access to RedsDaily4 at redsdaily4.substack.com/subscribe [https://redsdaily4.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Why the Reds Should Sell High on Nick Lodolo at the Trade Deadline

The Cincinnati Reds have a major decision to make before the trade deadline, and it may involve one of their best starting pitchers.Nick Lodolo is coming off the best season of his career and has started to regain his form with two dominant outings. With only one more season of team control after 2026, is now the perfect time for Cincinnati to sell high?In this video, I explain:Why the Reds should consider trading Nick LodoloHow his value may never be higherWhy contenders could spark a bidding warWhat the Reds can learn from the Brewers' approach to roster buildingWhy this move could help Cincinnati compete for years to comeWould you trade Nick Lodolo if the return was right, or would you keep him in Cincinnati? Let me know your thoughts in the comments.🔴 Subscribe for daily Cincinnati Reds news, trade rumors, analysis, prospect updates, and live reactions. Get full access to RedsDaily4 at redsdaily4.substack.com/subscribe [https://redsdaily4.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]