The Cincinnati Reds did not have a great year. They lost 94 games again. Also, Joey Votto didn’t even get a Silver Slugger. What’s up with that? Furthermore, the pitching set them back. With the rotation being so young, there is much to improve on. Righthander Luis Castillo was a nice surprise in the Dan Straily trade.
The Reds have been quietly building up their farm system for the past couple years. They have made out well for most of their high picks. The club has also helped their rebuild by signing prospects out of the international market.