CINCINNATI — There are average draft classes that add some pieces to an NFL roster, and perhaps add a starter or two. There are good drafts that add quality pieces and depth to an already competitive roster. There are great…

CINCINNATI — Just 16 pitches into Sunday’s game, the Reds were reminded of the critical importance of a pitcher like Nick Martinez. Ironically, they needed him the day before to help close out a 7-5 win over the Angels. Fortunately…

CINCINNATI — The sensational is becoming routine with Elly De La Cruz. His three-run homer off Angels reliever José Cisnero in the eighth blew open a three-run game and came as the crowd was chanting “Elly, Elly, Elly!” “It feels…

CINCINNATI — The second-most talked about wrist in Cincinnati sports is mending quickly. And that’s great news for the Reds. Reds skipper David Bell said prior to Friday’s series opener with the Los Angeles Angels that TJ Friedl’s right wrist…

CINCINNATI — The father of Bengals Director of Player Personnel Duke Tobin has passed. The Bengals announced Friday the passing of longtime player personnel executive Bill Tobin at the age of 83. Tobin joined the Bengals as a scouting consultant…

CINCINNATI — The Bengals’ locker room is one big construction zone. The organization that received failing marks from the NFL Players Association is overhauling the players’ sanctuary inside Paycor Stadium. When it’s done, players will have new carpeting, lockers and…