Reds Report:There’s no silver lining yet to the Reds’ disappointing May

The Reds have been decimated by injuries and they're looking for the next wave of reinforcements to find a rhythm in new roles. ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ [Read in browser]( Reds Report Fri May 24 2024 [For subscribers] [There’s no silver lining yet to the Reds’ disappointing May]( [Reds players meet at the mound during the Reds vs. Diamondbacks game on Wednesday May 8, 2024. The Diamondbacks won the game with a final score of 4-3.]( The Reds have been decimated by injuries and they're looking for the next wave of reinforcements to find a rhythm in new roles. [READ MORE]( Advertisement [May 23, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Frankie Montas (47) prepares to pitch before the game against the San Diego Padres at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports]( [For subscribers] [The Reds lose to the Padres and drop another winnable series]( The Reds haven't won one a series since sweeping the Los Angeles Angels April 19-21. They have lost eight straight series. [READ MORE]( [Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Emilio Pagan (15) delivers a pitch in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Sunday, March 31, 2024, at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati.]( [The Reds get handed another injury, lose reliever Emilio Pagán]( Emilio Pagán felt tightness in his triceps during his most recent relief appearance. [READ MORE]( [Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Nick Martinez (28) throws in the 1st inning against the San Diego Padres Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati.]( [Reds looking for rare series victory when they face Padres Thursday afternoon]( The Reds will be aiming to claim their first series win since April 19-21, when they swept the visiting Los Angeles Angels. They have lost seven straight series. [READ MORE]( [Cincinnati Reds outfielder Spencer Steer (7) hits a base hit in the eighth inning of the MLB game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Los Angeles Angels at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati on Saturday, April 20, 2024.]( [For subscribers] [How Spencer Steer is approaching the toughest slump of his career]( Spencer Steer was the Reds' most consistent hitter in 2023, but it's been a much different story in 2024. [READ MORE]( Sign up for the news you want Exclusive newsletters are part of your subscription, don’t miss out! We’re always working to add benefits for subscribers like you. [SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔]( Advertisement SUBSCRIBE TODAY Our Reporting. Your Stories. • Full access to subscriber-only content on all devices. • Share bonus subscription with a family member or friend. • The universal eNewspaper, the digital version of our print paper, plus bonus monthly magazines and hundreds of local papers. • Original reporting of our hometown teams, from high school sports to the pros. [SUBSCRIBE TODAY]( Time for a break! Brighten your day with one of our games. [Crosswords]( [USA TODAY Crossword]( [Our premier puzzle for crossword fans.]( [Sudoku]( [Challenge your left-brain from Easy to Expert.]( [Quick Cross]( [Our daily mini crossword is perfect for a quick brain break.]( [SEE ALL GAMES]( [Newsletters]( | [eNewspaper]( | [Crosswords]( Follow Us Problem viewing email? [View in browser]( [Unsubscribe]( • [Manage Newsletters]( • [Terms of Service]( • [Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights]( • [Privacy Notice]( • [Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy]( • [Feedback](