Locked On Reds

Cincinnati Reds confront their biggest question mark as spring training kicks off: who will lock down left field and anchor the infield for a playoff push? Steve and Eric Matthews debates the search for outfield stability, spotlighting Spencer Steer, Will Benson, and JJ Bleday, while assessing Nick Krall’s off-season moves and the team’s ongoing need for a power-hitting corner outfielder. With Eugenio Suárez’s arrival adding protection behind Elly De La Cruz, expectations run high for breakout performances across the lineup. Position battles and positional flexibility drive the conversation, as the hosts weighs in on infield health, Sal Stewart’s transformation, and Matt McLain’s readiness for a pivotal 2026. The hosts highlight the pressure—and opportunity—for Elly De La Cruz to step up defensively and offensively, and debate whether Hunter Greene or Andrew Abbott should be the Opening Day starter. Can the Reds’ rotation and depth deliver the consistency and spark needed for a serious postseason run? Follow