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Two less to face in 2012
Prince Fielder and Francisco Cordero both found new teams today. Fielder went to Detroit Tigers in a huge deal and Cordero signed a one year deal with Toronto Blue Jays. These are big moves that will help the Reds in 2012. First off, the Reds will not...
Posted: 1/24/2012 7:03 PM
Reds add more depth with signing Willie Harris
Cincinnati Reds signed Willie Harris to a minor league deal today and although many might not think much about this deal, I think it is another great job by Walt Jocketty. It is “No” risk, high rewards for the team. Harris can play all three outfield...
Posted: 1/23/2012 7:01 PM
Reds roster and staff
Here is the 40-Man Roster for the Cincinnati Reds as of today. This of course is not counting Ryan Ludwick who is still not official yet. [Source] [Source] [Source] Tagged: Andrew Brackman, Aroldis Chapman, Bill Bray, Billy Hatcher, Brandon Phillips,...
Posted: 1/23/2012 11:10 AM
New week with more new players?
A new week is here and Reds fans wait for the official signing of Ryan Ludwick and word on who else will join the team. General Manager, Walt Jocketty said last week that they would be looking for a SS / INF through trade and maybe adding some more depth...
Posted: 1/23/2012 8:18 AM
Thank you Walt
Walt Jocketty is having fun this offseason and I have to be honest, so am I. This is the busiest offseason Walt has had in a long time and the Reds are looking great. I am hoping all of this hard work pays off and the Reds go on to win another World Series...
Posted: 1/22/2012 7:02 PM
Big game for Joey Votto (06.25.11)
On Saturday, June 25, 2011, at Oriole Park at Camden Yards with an Attendance of 38,976 people Joey Votto went on to hit 3 for 4 with 2 home runs, 5 RBIs, 3 runs and one walk to help the Reds win 10 to 5 against the Orioles. W: Bronson Arroyo (7-6) L:...
Posted: 1/22/2012 9:37 AM
Jeff Francis and other options
Cincinnati Reds are not done shopping this offseason. Walt Jocketty has told reporters that he is looking to trade for a SS / INF and they are looking into trying to get LHP Jeff Francis to add some more depth. [Source - Mark Sheldon] I read that the...
Posted: 1/21/2012 7:00 PM
Reds prospects rank 23rd
Doug Gray posts John Sickels Farm System Rankings for 2012. I wanted to add this link to the blog so then I can check back to it as the season gets closer. This is very interesting and I would like to thank Doug Gray for posting it. Very nice to see where...
Posted: 1/20/2012 11:14 PM
Vote for Jamie Ramsey
If you are a fan of the Cincinnati Reds, now is the time to show some love and vote for Jamie Ramsey. If you have twitter go and vote now and show how much you love the blog, Better Off Red. Here is the direct link to vote for Jamie Ramsey as “The Best...
Posted: 1/20/2012 8:19 PM
Don’t forget about Mike Leake
Mike Leake finished the 2011 season with a 12 – 9 record while getting a 3.86 ERA with 118 strike outs and only allowing 38 walks. He threw his 88 MPH cut fastball 775 times (30.6%) and hit the strike Zone 67.6% of the time with 50.3% swing, 7.6% whiff,...
Posted: 1/19/2012 7:05 PM
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