Kiley McDaniel's top 100 prospects for 2020
Spoiler alert: Wander Franco leads our list. Which MLB stars of tomorrow follow the best prospect since Mike Trout in this year's rankings?
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Index of Kiley McDaniel's 2020 top MLB prospect rankings
Prospect rankings, team lists and features -- here are all the links you need to follow this year's crop of future stars.
Reds' Bauer, Manfred have 'productive meeting'
Reds pitcher Trevor Bauer, who has been highly critical of commissioner Rob Manfred on a variety of issues, says he had a productive meeting with Manfred on a wide range of topics.
Who could be this year's Nats? How all 30 teams stack up
In 2019, the Nationals were the latest team to come from a bit off the radar to win it all. We look at how they did it and who fits the profile for 2020.
Suarez's shoulder still on mend after pool mishap
Reds slugger Eugenio Suárez has progressed to taking infield practice, playing catch and hitting in the batting cage as part of his recovery from surgery to remove torn cartilage in his right shoulder.
Which risky MLB players can be team-breakers or fortune-makers?
Players like Didi Gregorius have disappointed recently but could deliver big years for their clubs -- and for your fantasy team.
New OF Akiyama singles, tries steal in Reds debut
Shogo Akiyama gave Cincinnati Reds fans a small taste of what he can provide at the top of the batting order and in the outfield Sunday in his first spring training game with the team.
The most interesting non-roster player for all 30 MLB teams
From names you'd forgotten all about to others you still need to learn, here's one player to track in every spring training camp.
MLB Stock Watch: Where all 30 teams stand as spring training games begin
After all the heat off the diamond, we've finally got action on it -- along with a look at a key issue each team will sort out on the field.
Reds' Castillo has Cy Young hopes after breakout
Luis Castillo accomplished two of his goals last year: He was the Reds' opening day starter and made the All-Star team. He's aiming higher in 2020.
BBTN: Buster talks to Kurkjian and Hembo about censuring the Astros' World Series
Tim Kurkjian demands to talk baseball, so he and Buster hit on Miles Mikolas missing the start of the season, the continuing drama with Nolan Arenado and the Rockies, and the Reds and the Diamondbacks at the NL's most improved teams. Later, Hembo drops by to discuss Buster's proposal to censure the Astros' World Series.
Players who could be surprise additions to Opening Day MLB rosters
Looking at all 30 clubs, don't be shocked when these comeback candidates and rising rookies make their teams.
Bauer: 'Positive' reaction to playoff plan criticism
Reds pitcher Trevor Bauer says he has gotten a positive response to his criticism of a plan being considered by Major League Baseball to expand the playoffs, one that includes an extended break for top seeds and some teams choosing who they will play.
The most disappointing moves of baseball's offseason
From teams dumping their best player to failing to address their biggest needs, we look at the winter's worst swings and misses.
Reds' Bauer calls Astros hypocrites and cheaters
Reds pitcher Trevor Bauer didn't hold back on his feelings about the Astros' sign-stealing scheme, calling them hypocrites and cheaters.
'No-Moves' MLB Power Rankings: All 30 teams by their original homegrown talent
Imagine a baseball world with no trades, no free agents and no switching teams after a player is drafted or signed. What would your team look like?
Akiyama begins transition to major leagues with Reds
Shogo Akiyama got into the batter's box and took his first swing with the Cincinnati Reds at spring training. He barely made contact. "It was the worst start that could happen," Akiyama said. "It can only get better from here."
One stat that will shape 2020 for each National League team
Can Christian Yelich match his OPS from last year? Will Manny Machado improve his WAR in Year 2 with the Padres? We play the NL numbers game.
Dietrich returns to Reds with minor league deal
Infielder Derek Dietrich agreed to a minor league contract with the Cincinnati Reds and will report to big league spring training, a chance to rejoin a team he helped with a torrid May last season.
Is playoff expansion good for MLB? (1:33)
One thing to watch for all 30 teams as spring training begins
As players start reporting to spring training this week, the fans of every team have something or somebody to focus on.
Love it or hate it? The proposal to shake up the MLB playoffs
Adding four teams? Picking opponents? Our experts weigh in on possible changes to the postseason, and they suggest a few fixes.
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Pres. Trump's tweet Saturday in support of Pete Rose getting into the Hall of Fame reiterated his long-held stance. Two examples: in July 2015 he posted a similar tweet and in a March 2016 campaign rally speech in Ohio he also advocated Rose's enshrinement in Cooperstown.
Reds move to strengthen bullpen, sign Strop
The Reds made a move to bolster their bullpen on Wednesday, signing reliever Pedro Strop to a one-year deal.
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Cactus League Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego | 11 | 2 | .846 | - | W2 |
| Milwaukee | 7 | 4 | .636 | 3 | L2 |
| Chicago | 8 | 5 | .615 | 3 | W3 |
| Texas | 9 | 6 | .600 | 3 | L2 |
| Oakland | 10 | 7 | .588 | 3 | - |
| LA Dodgers | 7 | 6 | .538 | 4 | L2 |
| Colorado | 7 | 6 | .538 | 4 | L1 |
| Kansas City | 7 | 7 | .500 | 4.5 | W1 |
| LA Angels | 6 | 7 | .462 | 5 | L1 |
| San Francisco | 6 | 7 | .462 | 5 | W1 |
| Cincinnati | 5 | 6 | .455 | 5 | W1 |
| Chicago | 5 | 9 | .357 | 6.5 | L4 |
| Cleveland | 5 | 10 | .333 | 7 | L1 |
| Seattle | 4 | 9 | .308 | 7 | W1 |
| Arizona | 3 | 9 | .250 | 7.5 | L8 |
Team Leaders
- Batting
- Pitching
BATTING AVERAGE
Home Runs
RUNS BATTED IN
Earned Run Average
Wins
Strikeouts
Team Stats
- Batting
- Pitching
Runs69Tied-20th
Batting Average.25612th
On Base Percentage.3623rd
Slugging Percentage.4429th
Earned Run Average3.937th
Quality Starts0Tied-1st
WHIP1.3512th
BAA.24816th