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It’s official – the Cincinnati Reds are running it back in 2027

There were consistent statements made by the Cincinnati Reds ownership group during the collapse in 2026 that the front office and baseball decision-makers were not going to be replaced this offseason. It was telling that despite their precipitous fall down…

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 8:02 PM
It’s official – the Cincinnati Reds are running it back in 2027
Key Things to Know
  • Cincinnati Reds ownership has officially retained front office executives Nick Krall and Brad Meador for 2027.
  • Long-time head of pitching Derek Johnson will officially depart the Reds organization.
  • Nick Krall publicly acknowledged missteps regarding past payroll allocation, particularly at third base.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Cincinnati Reds have confirmed that their front office will remain in place for the 2027 season despite a disastrous 2026 campaign. Team owner Phil Castellini publicly endorsed key executives Nick Krall and Brad Meador during a recent press conference. Krall acknowledged past mistakes regarding roster expenditures, while the club also confirmed that long-time head of pitching Derek Johnson will officially depart following a leave of absence.

Wick Terrell argues that ownership is taking an easy route by retaining a struggling management group ahead of a challenging offseason. Several key players face declining trade value or injury concerns, including Spencer Steer and Hunter Greene, leaving the front office with limited assets as contracts for players like Brady Singer and Tyler Stephenson expire.

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