Alex Frank

Alex Frank

Joined: Feb 19, 2025

Alex Frank brings his passion for Reds Baseball and sports media to Reds On SI. With a commitment to original, detailed and accurate reporting and inside, Alex keeps Reds fans informed with the latest breaking news and other information fans need to know about their favorite team. Alex has years of experience, covering the NFL, NCAA and more for a plethora of outlets including SB Nation, CLNS Media, Associated Press, The Wright Way Sports Network, Chatterbox Sports and The Front Office News. While a student at the University of Cincinnati, Alex served as Bearcast Media's Sports Director for three years while hosting weekly talk shows and podcasts and broadcasting Bearcats Football and Men's Basketball games.

May 3, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Chase Burns (26) throws his first pitch against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

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May 2, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Connor Phillips reacts on the mound against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the second inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-Imagn Images

The Reds celebrate a win after the ninth inning of the MLB National League game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Colorado Rockies at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Thursday, April 30, 2026. The Reds won 6-4.

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Apr 28, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly de la Cruz (44) reacts after scoring on a two-run home run hit by outfielder Spencer Steer (7) in the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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Apr 24, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds designated hitter Nathaniel Lowe (31) hits a solo home run in the sixth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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Reds Rally From Down Five, Beat Tigers on Nathaniel Lowe's Walk-Off Home Run

Apr 21, 2026; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Cincinnati Reds infielder Elly De La Cruz (44) celebrates after a home run against Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Pablo Robles-Imagn Images

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Reds Offense Explodes Again, Beat Rays 12-6 for Fifth Straight Victory

Apr 20, 2026; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Cincinnati Reds first baseman Sal Stewart (27) celebrates after hitting a two run home run in the first inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-Imagn Images

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Cincinnati Reds Strike Early, Stifle Tampa Bay Rays Offense in 6-1 Victory. The Reds are winning so many games that it has them right up there with the best teams in the Majors.

Apr 19, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Cincinnati Reds center fielder TJ Friedl (29) at bat against Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Bailey Ober (17) in the first inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

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The Cincinnati Reds Completed a Sweep of the Minnesota Twins With a Late-Game Rally to Remain in First Place in the National League Central Division.

Cincinnati Reds bench coach/field coordinator Freddie Benavides (45) and manager Terry Francona (77) look on from the dugout in the second inning of the MLB National League game between the Cincinnati Reds and the San Francisco Giants at Great American Ball Park on Thursday, April 16, 2026.

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Reds Blanked 3-0 by Giants, Miss Opportunity for Sweep

Apr 15, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds third baseman Sal Stewart runs the bases after hitting a three-run home run against the San Francisco Giants in the first inning at Great American Ball Park. Players and coaches will wear No. 42 in honor of Jackie Robinson Day around the league. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

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Cincinnati Reds Power Surge Continues as Sal Stewart Stays Red Hot in Win Over San Francisco Giants

Cincinnati Reds right fielder Noelvi Marte (4) reacts to a 9-6 loss against the Los Angeles Angels, Sunday, April 12, 2026, at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati.

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Many Questions Surround This Reds Team After Series Loss to Angels

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Chase Burns (26) circles back to the mound after giving up a home run to Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto (9) in the fourth inning of the MLB Interleague game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Los Angeles Angels at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Friday, April 10, 2026.

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Bats Go Quiet Again as Cincinnati Reds Fall to Los Angeles Angels

Apr 7, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly de la Cruz (44) and right fielder Noelvi Marte (4) celebrate their win against the Miami Marlins following the game at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

Reds Stun Marlins With Incredible Extra-Inning Comeback for 5th Straight Win

Apr 6, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Cincinnati Reds pitcher Emilio Pagan (15) celebrates with catcher Tyler Stephenson (37) after the game against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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Cincinnati Reds’ Pitching Dominance Offsetting Offensive Struggles

Apr 5, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Chase Burns (26) pitches against the Texas Rangers during the fifth inning at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

This Reds team is finding ways to win despite not scoring a lot of runs.

Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona (77) looks on from the dugout in the ninth inning of the MLB National League game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Pittsburgh Pirates at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. The Reds lost 8-3.

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The Cincinnati Reds are .500 entering a 3-game set against the Texas Rangers. They need to have a sense of urgency and post a winning record in April