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.

Feb 21, 2024; Goodyear, AZ, USA; Cincinnati Reds reds non-roster invitee infielder Edwin Arroyo throws to first base during fielding drills at spring training workouts at Goodyear Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Kareem Elgazzar-Imagn Images

May 12, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton (25) looks on against the Miami Marlins in the fifth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

Mar 20, 2026; Mesa, Arizona, USA; Cincinnati Reds outfielder Noelvi Marte (4) hits against the Chicago Cubs in the second inning at Sloan Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Minors

May 13, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly de la Cruz (44) scores a run on a double hit by outfielder JJ Bleday (22) during the game against the Washington Nationals in the first inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Hunter Greene (21) watches live batting practice after his workout at the Cincinnati Reds player development complex in Goodyear, Ariz., on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026.

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Hunter Greene is slowly making his way back to the Reds this season, and the team needs him.

Chattanooga infielder Edwin Arroyo (4) throws the ball after getting Knoxville infielder Jaylen Palmer (6) out during a minor league baseball game between the Knoxville Smokies and Chattanooga Lookouts at Covenant Health Park in Knoxville, Tenn., on June 3, 2025.

Cincinnati Reds Minors

One of the Cincinnati Reds' top prospects has been on a tear in Triple-A this season.

May 5, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona (77) makes a pitching change against the Chicago Cubs during the sixth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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Will the Cincinnati Reds be contenders this season, or will they fall apart before the trade deadline?

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.

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The Cincinnati Reds have a tough decision to make with one of their best infield prospects.

May 10, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly de la Cruz (44) reacts as he runs the bases against the Houston Astros at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

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Could the Cincinnati Reds be looking to sign their superstar shortstop to a massive contract extension?

May 6, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles left fielder Taylor Ward (3) celebrates scoring a run in the seventh inning against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

The Cincinnati Reds need to add a right-handed hitting outfielder with pop to their lineup this season.

May 10, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds pitcher Andrew Abbott (41) throws against the Houston Astros at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

The Reds needed Andrew Abbott to turn the corner this season, and he's done that over his last few starts.

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Edwin Arroyo fields a groundball in the fifth inning during a MLB spring training baseball game, Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, at Goodyear Ballpark in Goodyear, Ariz.

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

Edwin Arroyo is pushing for a promotion to the Cincinnati Reds' big-league roster, but who could the Reds move?

May 5, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Cincinnati Reds left fielder Spencer Steer (7) hits a single against the Chicago Cubs during the fourth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Analysis

The Cincinnati Reds have a very bright spot emerging in the middle of their lineup right now.

May 7, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona (77) takes pitcher Rhett Lowder (25) out of the game against the Chicago Cubs during the fourth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Make Tough Rhett Lowder Decision After Recent Injury

May 9, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Pierce Johnson (52) hugs catcher Jose Trevino (35) after the victory over the Houston Astros at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

After Difficult Week Off the Field, Pierce Johnson and Graham Ashcraft Deliver for Reds

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Chase Burns (26) delivers a pitch in the first inning of a MLB game between the Cincinnati Reds and Houston Astros, Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati.

The Cincinnati Reds have one of the best young pitchers in the league on their roster right now.