Cincinnati Reds Catcher Tyler Stephenson Reacts to David Bell's Firing

Stephenson has been one of the bright spots for the Reds this season.

Greg Kuffner | Sep 23, 2024

Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson (37) looks back to the dugout in the fourth inning of the MLB National League Game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Pittsburgh Pirates at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. The Pirates led 1-0 after four innings. / Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

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Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson shared his thoughts on the decision to fire manager David Bell.

He thanked Bell for helping him grow as a player, but acknowledged that a new manager could bring a fresh vibe.

"We’ve got the pieces," he said via Charlie Goldsmith of the Cincinnati Enquirer. "We’ve got talent.”

Stephenson's comments are similar to Nick Krall's when talking about the talent in the organization.

What is he looking for in a new manager?

"Somebody that can come in and make an impact. We all want to win," Stephenson said. "That’s the biggest thing. The ability to win, be a part of the playoffs and bring something special to Cincinnati. Whoever that is, we’ll find out when that person is hired. Someone that can steer the ship.”

Tyler Stephenson just met with the media. He thanked David Bell for having a big impact on his career and said there are a lot of emotions today.

Stephenson said there was accountability with the previous staff. He said a new manager could bring a fresh vibe, and said “we’ve…
— Charlie Goldsmith (@CharlieG__) September 23, 2024

Tyler Stephenson when asked what he’d want to see from the next manager: “Somebody that can come in and make an impact. We all want to win. That’s the biggest thing. The ability to win, be a part of the playoffs and bring something special to Cincinnati. Whoever that is, we’ll…
— Charlie Goldsmith (@CharlieG__) September 23, 2024