The Cincinnati Reds are facing a significant blow to their pitching staff as the team is expected to lose two of its most effective relievers from a bullpen that already ranked among the league's weakest.
The development comes as the Reds look to restructure their roster for the upcoming season. The bullpen struggled throughout the 2026 campaign, posting a collective ERA that placed near the bottom of the National League. Losing two key late-inning options will further test the organization's depth.
A photo from September 6, 2026 shows reliever Emilio Pagan celebrating a 12-8 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers at Great American Ball Park, highlighting one of the few bright spots in an otherwise difficult season for Cincinnati's relief corps.
The front office has not yet announced specific plans to address the vacancies, but internal candidates and external acquisitions will likely be explored as the offseason progresses.
