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Cincinnati Reds name Joe Torres as new pitching coach

The Cincinnati Reds announced on Wednesday afternoon that they have found their new pitching coach. Joe Torres, who had been an assitant pitching coach with the Cleveland Guardians since back in 2022, will assume the roll immediately and work with…

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 9:29 PM
Cincinnati Reds name Joe Torres as new pitching coach
Key Things to Know
  • The Cincinnati Reds have named Joe Torres as their new pitching coach.
  • Torres previously served as an assistant pitching coach with the Cleveland Guardians beginning in 2022.
  • He replaces Derek Johnson, who was relieved of his duties following a leave of absence.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Cincinnati Reds announced on Wednesday that Joe Torres has been named their new pitching coach. The 44-year-old takes over immediately to work with manager Terry Francona's staff ahead of the 2027 season. Torres previously served as an assistant pitching coach for the Cleveland Guardians starting in 2022.

Torres replaces Derek Johnson, who took a leave of absence in June and was relieved of his duties at the end of the season. A former first-round pick in 2000, Torres joins first base coach Colin Cowgill and hitting coach Chris Valaika as Reds coaches who previously worked under Francona in Cleveland.

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