To beat the Cincinnati Reds pitching staff in 2026, teams must capitalize on high-velocity right-handers by being selective and aggressively targeting the middle-relief portion of the bullpen. While their starting rotation is among the league's deepest, recent injuries to key stars like Hunter Greene and Nick Lodolo have forced younger, less experienced arms into high-leverage roles. 1. Exploit Early-Season Rotation Vulnerabilities Despite their overall depth, the Reds’ rotation is currently hampered by significant injuries. Target Injury Fill-ins: With Hunter Greene (groin) and Nick Lodolo (blisters) sidelined, the Reds are relying on rookies like Chase Burns and Rhett Lowder. Attack Left-Handers Early: Left-handed starter Brandon Williamson struggled in his season debut, giving up six runs—including two home runs to left-handed hitters—indicating a potential vulnerability for southpaws in his repertoire. 2. Force the Bullpen into High-Leverage Situations The Reds' bullpen is considered a "crapshoot" with less upside than their rotation. Pressure the Middle Relief: While closer Emilio Pagán and Tony Santillan have been solid, the middle relief has shown cracks. For instance, Pierce Johnson and Connor Phillips have both had early outings with inflated ERAs over 10.00. Capitalize on Command Issues: High-velocity arms like Zach Maxwell (102+ MPH) can be overpowering but have struggled with command and getting hit hard during their initial tastes of the Majors. #baseball #mlb #baseballcards #sports #topps #baseballlife #baseballseason #sportscards #athlete #cincinnatireds #mlb #baseball #cincinnati #reds #redsbaseball #baseballcards #chicagocubs #topps #milwaukeebrewers #cincinnatiredsbaseball #pittsburghpirates #washingtonnationals #atlantabraves #majorleaguebaseball #newyorkmets #bostonredsox #philadelphiaphillies #miamimarlins #newyorkyankees #cincy #sandiegopadres #thehobby #peterose #whodoyoucollect #sports #losangelesdodgers #sanfranciscogiants #ohio #psa
New Orleans Pelicans explode for a franchise-record 156 points as rookie Jeremiah Fears drops 40 in an electrifying win over the Utah Jazz. Could Fears be the long-awaited lead guard of the future? The Smoothie King Center rocked with passion despite missing stars like Zion Williamson, Saddiq Bey, and Herb Jones. Is the Pelicans’ fanbase more committed than ever—win or lose? Jake Madison spotlights Fears’ historic performance, Micah Peavey’s impressive stat line, and the team’s offensive dominance against a tanking Jazz roster. Discussion pivots to the record-breaking 95-point second half, the strategic challenges of building around Zion versus a dynamic guard, and the hidden game-within-a-game as Utah perfects the art of tanking. Key insights include Pelicans’ lineup changes, standout contributions from Jordan Poole and Derik Queen, and the renewed energy driving the team and its fans. Will this promising rookie core spark a rebuild or redemption in New Orleans? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-pelicans/ Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba #NewOrleansPelicans #ZionWilliamson #NBA #pelicans Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! TurboTax This year you’re getting a major upgrade — Intuit TurboTax now has in-person locations nationwide. Visit http://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. Quo Make this the year where no opportunity - and no cutsomer - slips away. Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to http://Quo.com/lockedonnba. PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONNFL to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA Betterhelp This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at http://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Wayfair Get last-minute hosting essentials, gifts for all your loved ones, and decor to celebrate the holidays for WAY less. Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.co
On SportsCenter, Seth Greenberg, Chiney Ogwumike, Christine Williamson and Andraya Carter react to Geno Auriemma’s heated exchange with Dawn Staley after the UConn Huskies’ loss to the South Carolina Gamecocks in the Final Four. 0:00 South Carolina vs. UConn recap 8:00 Seth Greenberg’s reaction 11:30 SC on the road ✔️ Subscribe to ESPN Unlimited: https://plus.espn.com/ #ESPN
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