The Reds arrived in the nation’s capital fresh off an impressive series win over the Mets, giving them six victories in eight games. This was a good time to take advantage of the Nationals, a team that had struggled for the better part of two months,

Josh Bell hit his 13th home run, Jacob Young and CJ Abrams contributed RBI doubles during the decisive fifth inning, and the Washington Nationals defeated the Cincinnati Reds 6-1.

Cincinnati Reds rookie Chase Burns became the first pitcher in franchise history with at least 10 strikeouts in two of his first 5 MLB appearances.

Since June 1, the Cincinnati Reds’ bullpen has only been charged with five total losses. The Reds are mostly winning and losing with the performances of their rotation, but still it feels like middle and low-leverage relief is an area where the Reds need more production.

The Cincinnati Reds released former first-round draft pick Mat Nelson on Monday, Nelson was drafted with the 35th overall pick in the 2021 MLB Draft out of Florida State. The catcher never made it above Double-A Chattanooga. Over five seasons in the minor leagues, Nelson slashed .205/.319/.351 with 70 extra-base hits in 298 games.

As they sit just 3 1/2 games out of a playoff spot, the Cincinnati Reds have been urged to make a blockbuster trade and reunite with their former third baseman.

Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona had a lighthearted moment during Monday night's game against the Washington Nationals.

CINCINNATI -- Reds right-handed starting pitcher Brady Singer gave up seven earned runs in just 2 1/3 innings and the Reds fell to the Washington Nationals 10-8 on Monday night. The Reds trailed 7-0 after three innings, before rallying to make it 8-6 through the top of the fifth.