Mark Sheldon

CINCINNATI -- A left index finger blister is one injury that doesn't seem to run out of sequels for Nick Lodolo. The Reds starting pitcher made an abrupt exit from Saturday's outing vs. the Cubs in the sixth inning because of another blister. Lodolo had just given up a game-tying

CINCINNATI -- A left index finger blister is one injury that doesn't seem to run out of sequels for Nick Lodolo. The Reds starting pitcher made an abrupt exit from Saturday's 5-3 loss to the Cubs in the sixth inning because of another blister. Lodolo had just given up a

CINCINNATI -- In a move that was expected after he left Saturday's game vs. the Cubs due to a left index finger blister, Reds starting pitcher Nick Lodolo was placed on the 15-day injured list on Sunday. Pitcher Chase Petty was recalled from Triple-A Louisville to replace Lodolo on the

CINCINNATI -- This was not how Andrew Abbott, or the Reds, wanted to head into the All-Star break. Although Abbott was not pitching at his best on Sunday vs. the Cubs and fell behind early, the Reds scored four runs in the bottom of the third inning, giving him a

CINCINNATI -- The All-Star break is nearly over. Let the Trade Deadline season begin. In a July 9 story, I wrote that all signs pointed to the Reds becoming sellers ahead of the Aug. 3 Trade Deadline. Heading into the second half, little has changed.

Death Cab for Cutie delivered a beautifully understated and emotionally resonant performance at Everwise Amphitheater on July 12, 2026, reminding the Indianapolis crowd why they've remained one of indie rock's most enduring bands.

"You're going to the same concert three nights in a row?" is what a normal person would ask. No, it's not the same concert, and a normal person wouldn't understand anyway. Phish has dominated Noblesville 35 times to date, coming around every other year or so this decade. Some are saying this is their best run to date at Ruoff Music Center, or "Deer Creek," as it is known by many. I would find this hard to disagree with.

CINCINNATI — The Reds and their 2026 first-round selection, shortstop Justin Lebron, wasted little time getting a deal done. Cincinnati signed Lebron on Thursday and gave him an over-slot bonus of $5 million, according to a source. The bonus slot value for the No. 18 pick is $4,695,500.

DENVER — A finalized contract for Reds starting pitcher Chase Burns was not made official with an announcement by the club on Friday, but his teammates certainly took notice of the seven-year, $105 million deal that was agreed upon on Thursday. One teammate who was elated for the 2026 All-Star

DENVER — Reds players are looking for a hot start out of the All-Star break to prevent a Trade Deadline selloff. At the same time as several scouts were in attendance at Coors Field, some of their bigger trade assets delivered performances on Friday vs. the Rockies that showcased their