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.

Jun 8, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles left fielder Taylor Ward (3) looks on during the sixth inning against the Seattle Mariners at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Los Angeles Dodgers left fielder Gavin Lux (9) catches a pop fly in the first inning of the MLB game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Los Angeles Dodgers in Cincinnati at Great American Ball Park on Wednesday, June 22, 2022.

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Cincinnati Reds Analysis

Jul 22, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; General view of Cincinnati Reds hat during the game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images

Jun 27, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona (left) talks with outfielder Blake Dunn (right) in the dugout before the game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

May 5, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; A detail shot of Cincinnati Reds hat and glove in the dugout during the fourth inning against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Minors

The Cincinnati Reds have a lot of reasons to be excited about one of their top prospects.

May 5, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Cincinnati Reds pitcher Emilio Pagan (15) reacts to an injury during the ninth inning against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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The Cincinnati Reds have been without closer Emilio Pagán for a large chunk of this season.

May 10, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly de la Cruz (44) dives back into third base safely against Houston Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes (15) at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

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The Cincinnati Reds and Houston Astros could end up as perfect trade partners this season.

Jun 13, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds second baseman Matt McLain (9) scores on a RBI single hit by shortstop Edwin Arroyo (not pictured) in the third inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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The Cincinnati Reds could look to find an upgrade for Matt McLain this season if he doesn't improve.

Nov 9, 2025; Mesa, AZ, USA; Cincinnati Reds catcher Alfredo Duno during the Arizona Fall League Fall Stars Game at Sloan Park. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Minors

The Reds have some exciting young talent making waves in their minor league system.

Jun 25, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz talks with New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge during the game in the sixth inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

There is seemingly always speculation that the Cincinnati Reds could trade Elly De La Cruz.

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Chase Burns (26) returns to the dugout after finishing his outing in the sixth inning of the MLB National League game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Washington Nationals at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Thursday, May 14, 2026. The Reds led 2-0 after three innings. The Reds won 15-1.

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Bad to Worse: Reds Ace Chase Burns Scratched From Start on Monday

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly de la Cruz (44) and center fielder TJ Friedl (29) celebrate a win after the ninth inning of the MLB Interleague game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Detroit Tigers at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Saturday, April 25, 2026. The Reds won the second game of the series, 9-2.

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

The Cincinnati Reds have been solid, but one of their players has struggled tremendously.

May 18, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Cincinnati Reds infielder Elly De La Cruz (44) tosses a ball to the crowd against the Philadelphia Phillies in the fourth inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

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

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Chase Burns (26) returns to the dugout after finishing his outing in the sixth inning of the MLB National League game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Washington Nationals at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Thursday, May 14, 2026. The Reds led 2-0 after three innings. The Reds won 15-1.

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

Cincinnati Reds ace Chase Burns had one of the best possible months in May.

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.

Cincinnati Reds Minors

The Cincinnati Reds have one of the hottest hitters in all of minor league baseball right now.

Oct 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred before game three of the 2025 MLB World Series between the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

The Cincinnati Reds would certainly feel the impact of MLB's latest salary cap and salary floor proposal.