Reds Report:The Reds expect MLB's new rules to benefit them on the basepaths

The Reds were one of the league's worst baserunning teams last season. They've stolen 36 bases this spring. [Read in browser]( [Read in browser]( Reds Report Fri Mar 24 2023 [The Reds expect MLB's new rules to benefit them on the basepaths]( [Cincinnati Reds center fielder Will Benson (30) smiles with third base/catching coach J.R. House (56) after reaching third on a single by catcher Luke Maile (22) in the second inning of the MLB Cactus League spring training game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Cleveland Guardians at Goodyear Ballpark in Goodyear, Ariz., on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023.]( The Reds were one of the league's worst baserunning teams last season. They've stolen 36 bases this spring. [READ MORE]( Advertisement [Cincinnati Reds center fielder Nick Senzel (15) poses for the annual picture day photo at the Cincinnati Reds Player Development Complex in Goodyear, Ariz., on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023.]( [For subscribers] [Reds' Nick Senzel returns to spring games, completes injury comeback]( Nick Senzel will miss the start of the season due to a toe injury, but he's excited about his progress. [READ MORE]( [Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Graham Ashcraft (51) throws in the bullpen at the Cincinnati Reds Player Development Complex in Goodyear, Ariz., on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023.]( [For subscribers] [Reds observations: Graham Ashcraft ends spring training on high note]( Graham Ashcraft in his last spring training start this year: Six innings, one hit, zero walks and 10 strikeouts. [READ MORE]( [Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) steps to the plate in a right-handed stance in the second inning of the MLB Cactus League spring training game between the San Francisco Giants and the Cincinnati Reds at Scottsdale Stadium in Goodyear, Ariz., on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023. The Giants came back in the ninth inning to win on a walk-off single off the bat of Will Wilson.]( ['That's just who they are': Reds encouraged by prospects during camp]( The Reds won’t have many rookies on their Opening Day roster, but the organization caught a glimpse of the future throughout the spring. [READ MORE]( [Cincinnati Reds pitcher Fernando Cruz (63) throws a pitch in the seventh inning of the MLB Cactus League spring training game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Cleveland Guardians at Goodyear Ballpark in Goodyear, Ariz., on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023.]( [For subscribers] [The Reds are counting on more experience in their 2023 bullpen]( The Reds had a young bullpen in 2022. This year, the bullpen has a different makeup as the Reds look for some consistency. [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 ➔]( [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]( [SUBSCRIBE TODAY]( 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](