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.

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Nick Lodolo (40) comes in relief in the fourth inning of the MLB National League Wild Card Game 2 between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Cincinnati Reds at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. The Reds were eliminated from the postseason with an 8-4 loss to the reining World Series Champions La Dodgers.

Mar 29, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez (28) reacts after hitting a three-run home run in the sixth inning against the Boston Red Sox at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

Apr 4, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Cincinnati Reds pitcher Rhett Lowder (25) throws during the first inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Mar 30, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Graham Ashcraft (23) reacts after a play in the eighth inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

Mar 31, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds first baseman Sal Stewart (27) high fives teammates after hitting a solo home run in the eighth inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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The Cincinnati Reds could be looking to sign Sal Stewart to a massive new deal right now...

Mar 30, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Washington Nationals second baseman Luis García Jr. (2), left fielder James Wood (29), shortstop CJ Abrams (5) and second baseman Orbit Vivas (84) celebrates with against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

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The Cincinnati Reds don't typically swing blockbuster moves, but a trade for a star outfielder would certainly fit...

Mar 12, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Cincinnati Reds pitcher Nick Lodolo against the Los Angeles Dodgers during a spring training game at Camelback Ranch-Glendale. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Cincinnati Reds Pitcher Nick Lodolo Injured Again, Exits Early During Rehab Start

Mar 30, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes (15) walks on the field before the game against the Boston Red Sox at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Reds Floated as Landing Spot in Unlikely Blockbuster Trade for Astros Star Isaac Paredes

Cincinnati Reds center fielder TJ Friedl (29) catches a fly ball in the second inning of a MLB game between the Cincinnati Reds and Pittsburgh Pirates, Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

Cincinnati Reds Starting Outfielder TJ Friedl Reaching New Low as 2026 Struggles Continue

Mar 12, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Cincinnati Reds infielder Rece Hinds against the Los Angeles Dodgers during a spring training game at Camelback Ranch-Glendale. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

Red Young Slugger Rece Hinds Making Strong Case for Big League Promotion

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Chase Burns (26) delivers a pitch in the first 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 Analysis

3 Players Reds Should Sign to Contract Extensions Before Arbitration

Cincinnati Reds designated hitter Sal Stewart (27) walks in the first inning of the MLB Interleague game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Boston Red Sox at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Sunday, March 29, 2026. The game was scoreless after three innings.

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

Sal Stewart's Latest Comments Showcase Why He's the Cincinnati Reds Next Star

Cincinnati Reds designated hitter Sal Stewart (27) celebrates a double in the eighth inning of the MLB Interleague game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Boston Red Sox at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Sunday, March 29, 2026. The game was scoreless after three innings. The Reds won 3-2 to take the season-opening series from the Red Sox.

The Cincinnati Reds struck gold by landing Sal Stewart. He's off to an incredibly hot start this season...He made Reds history on Monday night.

Mar 12, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Cincinnati Reds pitcher Nick Lodolo against the Los Angeles Dodgers during a spring training game at Camelback Ranch-Glendale. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The Cincinnati Reds need to get Nick Lodolo back on the mound in Cincinnati as soon as possible...

Daytona Tortugas Hector Rodriguez #25 gestures to his team mates in the dugout after sliding into thrid on a triple against Palm Beach Cardinals, Tuesday June 20, 2023 at Jackie Robinson Ballpark.

Cincinnati Reds Minors

Cincinnati Reds Top Outfield Prospect Hector Rodriguez Already Emerging as Player to Watch

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly de la Cruz (44) is introduced before the first inning of the MLB Opening Day game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Boston Red Sox at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Thursday, March 26, 2026. The game was tied at 0 after four innings.

Reds' Elly De La Cruz Predicted to Join Elite Club With Barry Bonds, Shohei Ohtani