Excitement, anxiety and ‘maybe even a little terror’ — Francona ready for first Opening Day as Reds manager
No one should enjoy Opening Day in Cincinnati more than Matt McLain, the third-year Cincinnati Reds third baseman who missed the entire 2024 season following left shoulder surgery.
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Reds: Candelario hoping fast start, offseason work pays off
During the offseason, the Cincinnati Reds’ front office didn’t acquire the power bat that it was in the market to add.
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Reds Notes: Greene provides strong start despite not having ‘best stuff’
Statistically, Hunter Greene’s pitching line was exactly what the Reds were looking for on Opening Day.
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‘It better not deflate us too much’ — Francona hopes Reds quickly forget Opening Day disappointment
Elly De La Cruz celebrated the runs he scored on Opening Day by walking to the end of the dugout and holding up his hands, both protected by sliding gloves that would be just as useful in removing a hot pizza pan from the stove, and posing for the cameras.
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McCoy: Disastrous ninth inning spoils Opening Day for Reds
Take a pill, Cincinnati Reds fans.
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PHOTOS: Cincinnati Reds Findlay Market Opening Day Parade 2025
PHOTOS: Cincinnati Reds Findlay Market Opening Day Parade 2025.
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McCoy: Despite opening-day loss, Reds in good hands with Francona
Terry Francona walked into the pre-game interview room and it was as if he thought I was resurrected from the dead or at least a ghost from baseball seasons past.
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Giants score four in ninth to beat Reds on Opening Day
The Terry Francona era started with one of the most disappointing Opening Day finishes in recent memory for the Cincinnati Reds.
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What fans need to know about Reds 2025 Opening Day roster
Terry Francona’s first Opening Day as Cincinnati Reds manager did not get off to the best start.
