Zach Pressnell

Zach Pressnell

Joined: Feb 17, 2026

Zach Pressnell has experience covering all major US sports at both the professional and collegiate levels. He’s produced content for FanSided, Blog Red Machine, The Game Haus, Bethany College Athletics and the Bethany College online newspaper, He graduated from Bethany College (WV) with a degree in Communications and Media Arts, specializing in Sports Journalism. Pressnell was also a four-year member of the baseball team where he earned himself All-PAC recognition as a pitcher (and a cool Tommy John surgery scar). Now, Pressnell specializes in NFL and MLB coverage for Sports Illustrated’s “On SI” network among others.

May 13, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly de la Cruz (44) scores a run on a double hit by outfielder JJ Bleday (22) during the game against the Washington Nationals in the first inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Hunter Greene (21) watches live batting practice after his workout at the Cincinnati Reds player development complex in Goodyear, Ariz., on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026.

Chattanooga infielder Edwin Arroyo (4) throws the ball after getting Knoxville infielder Jaylen Palmer (6) out during a minor league baseball game between the Knoxville Smokies and Chattanooga Lookouts at Covenant Health Park in Knoxville, Tenn., on June 3, 2025.

Cincinnati Reds Minors

May 5, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona (77) makes a pitching change against the Chicago Cubs during the sixth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Edwin Arroyo (56) runs for first base in the third inning of a Cactus League game between the Cincinnati Reds and Cleveland Guardians, Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, at Goodyear Ballpark in Goodyear, Ariz.

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The Cincinnati Reds have a tough decision to make with one of their best infield prospects.

May 10, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly de la Cruz (44) reacts as he runs the bases against the Houston Astros at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

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Could the Cincinnati Reds be looking to sign their superstar shortstop to a massive contract extension?

May 6, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles left fielder Taylor Ward (3) celebrates scoring a run in the seventh inning against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

The Cincinnati Reds need to add a right-handed hitting outfielder with pop to their lineup this season.

May 10, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds pitcher Andrew Abbott (41) throws against the Houston Astros at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

The Reds needed Andrew Abbott to turn the corner this season, and he's done that over his last few starts.

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Edwin Arroyo fields a groundball in the fifth inning during a MLB spring training baseball game, Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, at Goodyear Ballpark in Goodyear, Ariz.

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

Edwin Arroyo is pushing for a promotion to the Cincinnati Reds' big-league roster, but who could the Reds move?

May 5, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Cincinnati Reds left fielder Spencer Steer (7) hits a single against the Chicago Cubs during the fourth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

The Cincinnati Reds have a very bright spot emerging in the middle of their lineup right now.

May 7, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona (77) takes pitcher Rhett Lowder (25) out of the game against the Chicago Cubs during the fourth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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Cincinnati Reds Make Tough Rhett Lowder Decision After Recent Injury

May 9, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Pierce Johnson (52) hugs catcher Jose Trevino (35) after the victory over the Houston Astros at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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After Difficult Week Off the Field, Pierce Johnson and Graham Ashcraft Deliver for Reds

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Chase Burns (26) delivers a pitch in the first inning of a MLB game between the Cincinnati Reds and Houston Astros, Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati.

The Cincinnati Reds have one of the best young pitchers in the league on their roster right now.

Apr 8, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Cincinnati Reds first baseman Sal Stewart (27) celebrates a two-run home run in the fifth inning against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

Sal Stewart is slumping right now, but he still has a bright future with the Cincinnati Reds.

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly de la Cruz (44) runs the bases after hitting his 10th home run of the season in the eighth inning of the MLB National League game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Colorado Rockies at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. The Reds won the opening game of the series, 7-2.

The Cincinnati Reds have a true five-tool superstar on their hands with shortstop Elly De La Cruz.

May 6, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Cincinnati Reds pitcher Tejay Antone (70) points to the outfield after a catch during the eighth inning against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

The Cincinnati Reds rallied around Tejay Antone late in the game on Wednesday, but it wasn't enough.