In this episode, we look at the history of the Reds opening on the road (and the Aprils that follow). Also, Robert, Cris, and Brian make bold predictions on what we can expect from some of our favorite Redlegs this season. And finally, play along with our trivia and see if you can get more right than your favorite podcast hosts. The post Opening on the Road, Bold Predictions, & Reds Trivia – 2022 Episode 1 appeared first on Bleeding Cincy Red ..read more

Robert and Brian tend to agree on baseball, but…everything goes out the window when they discuss whether the National League should add the designated hitter. While both used to be anti-DH, Brian has slowly been lured to the dark side (or the right side if you agree with him). Plus, they discuss some recent moves by the Reds and other random topics. Hosted by Robert Lee Brewer and Brian A. Klems. The post Should the National League Add the DH? – Episode 13 appeared first on Bleeding Cincy Red ..read more

As we draw closer to the 2019 season, it’s time to get serious about the prospects of the Cincinnati Reds—in terms of fantasy baseball. Using a Top 300 player list from ESPN.com, Brian and Robert discuss which players are ranked high, which are ranked low, and whether the team has a steal or two hiding on their roster. Hosted by Robert Lee Brewer and Brian A. Klems. The post 2019 Fantasy Baseball Forecast for the Cincinnati Reds – Episode 12 appeared first on Bleeding Cincy Red ..read more

In this first episode for the 2019 season, we examine the three big trades (or heists) pulled off by the Cincinnati Reds. Plus, we compare the Reds’ moves against a 5-move plan to be contenders (based on a post by Drew Koch of Blog Red Machine) from the end of the 2018 season to see how the team has done (spoiler: pretty good). Hosted by Robert Lee Brewer and Brian A. Klems. The post 2019 Are The Cincinnati Reds Ready to Contend? (Yes, and Here’s Why) – Episode 11 appeared first on Bleeding Cincy Red ..read more

After an insane first half of the 2018 season, the Cincinnati Reds are in this weird space in which they started off incredibly bad and finished super strong. In this episode, we discuss what the heck happened in the first half, what we expect to happen in the second half, and a lot more. Hosted by Robert Lee Brewer and Brian A. Klems. The post Episode 10 – All Star Break and Second Half of 2018 Reds Outlook appeared first on Bleeding Cincy Red ..read more

Stop the presses! The Cincinnati Reds have fired coach Bryan Price, confirming that a 3-15 start to the season is unacceptable, even with the “rebuild” and early season injuries. We discuss the move, interim manager Jim Riggleman, what to expect moving forward, and more in this emergency podcast episode. Hosted by Robert Lee Brewer and Brian A. Klems. The post Episode 9: Emergency Podcast – Reds Fire Bryan Price! We Discuss What That Means & More appeared first on Bleeding Cincy Red ..read more

In this episode, we discuss the surprising—and at times, baffling—start to the 2018 season, including reasons for optimism and pessimism (1:30). Then, we share our favorite trades in Reds history, including the first professional trade ever (27:10). Then, we close things out with the first 2018 installment of Stump Robert — Closer Edition (59:10). Hosted by Robert Lee Brewer and Brian A. Klems. The post Ep. 8 – What’s Gone Wrong, Best Reds Trades of All-Time and Reds Trivia appeared first on Bleeding Cincy Red ..read more

In this episode of the Best Case/Worst Case edition of the Bleeding Cincy Red podcast, we close out this series with Raisel Iglesias. After beginning as a promising starter, Iglesias has transformed himself into a pretty dominant reliever. We discuss the importance of strong relief pitching and whether the Reds should get tricky with who gets to save games. Hosted by Robert Lee Brewer and Brian A. Klems. The post Raisel Iglesias: 2018 Best Case/Worst Case Scenario appeared first on Bleeding Cincy Red ..read more

In this episode of the Best Case/Worst Case edition of the Bleeding Cincy Red podcast, we try chasing down Billy Hamilton, which is impossible, so we talk about him instead. Billy brings the speed to the Cincinnati Reds and the defense. However, he has trouble getting on base. So we discuss what that means for the 2018 season. Hosted by Robert Lee Brewer and Brian A. Klems. The post Billy Hamilton: 2018 Best Case/Worst Case Scenario appeared first on Bleeding Cincy Red ..read more

In this episode of the Best Case/Worst Case edition of the Bleeding Cincy Red podcast, we expound on the greatness of Tucker Barnhart. Extended through the 2022 season by the Cincinnati Reds, Barnhart won the 2017 gold glove and has shown steady improvement at the plate. At only 27, we debate whether he has room for even more growth. Hosted by Robert Lee Brewer and Brian A. Klems. The post Tucker Barnhart: 2018 Best Case/Worst Case Scenario appeared first on Bleeding Cincy Red ..read more