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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.

Reds Elly De La Cruz (44) slides into second base but is out during their game against the San Francisco Giants at Great American Ball Park on Sunday March 30, 2025. The San Francisco Giants won the game with a final score of 6-3.
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WEEKEND ROUND-UP: Takeaways From Cincinnati Reds Season-Opening Series Loss to the Giants

WEEKEND ROUND-UP: Takeaways From Cincinnati Reds Season-Opening Series Loss to the Giants. There were some positives, but the Reds are 1-2 after their first series of the season and yes, there are plenty of concerns after their disappointing start.

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Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona (77) is introduced before the first inning of the MLB Opening Day game between the Cincinnati Reds and the San Francisco Giants at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Thursday, March 27, 2025. The Reds led 3-0 after three innings.
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Analyzing Terry Francona's Bullpen Usage in First Win as Cincinnati Reds Manager

Analyzing Terry Francona's Bullpen Usage in First Win as Cincinnati Reds Manager. Francona had great bullpens in Boston and Cleveland. Saturday was a sign that the Reds bullpen can be good in 2025.

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Mar 29, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds second baseman Matt McLain (9) throws to first to get San Francisco Giants outfielder Jung Hoo Lee (not pictured) out in the sixth inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Cincinnati Reds' Young Star Trio Flashes Potential in Win Over San Francisco Giants

Cincinnati Reds' Young Star Trio Flashes Potential in Win Over San Francisco Giants

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Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona (77) returns to the dugout after making a pitching change in the top of the ninth inning of the MLB Opening Day game between the Cincinnati Reds and the San Francisco Giants at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Thursday, March 27, 2025. The Giants won 6-4.
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Reds Fans Should Hold Terry Francona Accountable After Opening Day Debacle

Reds Fans Should Hold Terry Francona Accountable After Opening Day Debacle. Reds fans deserve to hold Francona accountable and have high expectations for him and the 2025 Reds.

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Cincinnati Reds pitcher Ian Gibaut (79) is pulled by manner Terry Francona after giving up a go-ahead three-run home run to San Francisco Giants designated hitter Wilmer Flores (41) in the top of the ninth inning of the MLB Opening Day game between the Cincinnati Reds and the San Francisco Giants at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Thursday, March 27, 2025. The Giants won 6-4.
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Two Big Questions Following Reds' Heartbreaking 6-4 Loss to Giants on Opening Day

Two Big Questions Following Reds' Heartbreaking 6-4 Loss to Giants on Opening Day. The Reds let one get away from them on Opening Day against the Giants

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Military helicopters perform a flyover as the national anthem concludes before a baseball game between the Washington Nationals and the Cincinnati Reds on Opening Day, Thursday, March 28, 2024, at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati.
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Reds Baseball Is Back: What Opening Day Means To Me As a Cincinnati Sports Fan

Reds Baseball Is Back: What Opening Day Means To Me As a Cincinnati Sports Fan. From the Opening Day Parade to the pregame festivities to the game itself, Opening Day in Cincinnati is a day-long celebration with your family and friends.

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Aug 6, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Nick Lodolo (40) gets a visit at the mound from catcher Tyler Stephenson (37) in the fourth inning against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images
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Cincinnati Reds' X-Factor Could Make All the Difference in Quest for Playoffs

Cincinnati Reds' X-Factor Could Make All the Difference This Season at Great American Ballpark. Nick Lodolo has the talent. Now, it's about staying healthy and establishing consistency in 2025.

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Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona takes notes during a Cactus League game between the Cincinnati Reds and San Francisco Giants, Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, at Scottsdale Stadium in Scottsdale, Ariz.
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Reds Manager Terry Francona Thrilled With Effort and Buy-In During Spring Training

Reds Manager Terry Francona Thrilled With Effort and 'Buy-In' During Spring Training. Talent is one thing. Being intelligent and good at the fundamentals is another thing. That's what Terry Francona is trying to instill with this Reds team.

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Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Nick Lodolo (40) delivers a pitch in the first inning of the MLB game between the Cincinnati Reds and Kansas City Royals at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024.
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Terry Francona Sheds Light on Plan for Nick Lodolo and Rest of Reds Starting Rotation

Terry Francona Sheds Light on Plan for Nick Lodolo and Rest of Reds Starting Rotation. The Reds starting pitching rotation has talent. But how much depth and durability their starting rotation are both questions that will be answered this season.

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Cincinnati Reds infielder Gavin Lux (2) practices his swing before heading up to the plate to bat during spring training, Friday, Feb. 21, 2025, at the Cincinnati Reds Player Development Complex in Goodyear, Ariz.
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Reds Manager Terry Francona Sheds Light on How He Plans to Use Gavin Lux This Season

Reds Manager Terry Francona Sheds Light on How He Plans to Use Gavin Lux This Season. The Reds traded for Lux this offseason in a deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona speaks with pitchers before training, Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025, at the Cincinnati Reds Player Development Complex in Goodyear, Ariz.
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Cincinnati Reds Manager Terry Francona Reveals Key to Maximizing Talent of Young Roster

Cincinnati Reds Manager Terry Francona Reveals Key to Maximizing Talent of Young Roster. The Reds have a lot of young talent on their team going into 2025, and Francona is hopefully going to help lead it to a lot of wins and a potential Postseason berth.

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Mar 9, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Cincinnati Reds pitcher Graham Ashcraft (23) throws against the Los Angeles Angels in the first inning at Tempe Diablo Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
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RECAP: Cincinnati Reds Drop Two Games on Friday, Graham Ashcraft Struggles

RECAP: Cincinnati Reds Drop Two Games on Friday, Graham Ashcraft Struggles. Both the Reds and Diamondbacks could find themselves in contention in the National League this season.

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