Reds’ disaster of a 2026 season defined by 9 numbers

The Cincinnati Reds ended their 2026 season with an 87th loss, falling 5-1 to the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday. Despite beginning the year with playoff aspirations, the team struggled across multiple statistical categories. Cincinnati ranked 29th across Major League Baseball in both offensive wRC+ (91) and pitching xFIP (4.71), while finishing 27th in defensive runs saved at negative-30.

Cincinnati's pitching staff led the majors with 668 total walks, setting a new franchise record that included 26 bases-loaded walks. A rare positive emerged in rookie Sal Stewart, who played all 162 games, drove in a franchise rookie record 111 RBIs, and joined an elite group of rookies to surpass 30 home runs and 100 RBIs.