Optimism is growing for the Cincinnati Reds

There is a foot of melting snow and slush surrounding my home, the Bengals didn’t make the playoffs, and I couldn’t be more ready for Reds Spring Training to begin.  While the Reds haven’t made a massive splash in offseason moves, they have improved the roster and I believe they still have one more decent addition to finalize before heading into Spring Training.  While last season didn’t go as planned, I would be shocked to see this team have a worse record in 2025, as Francona is now leading the team and I would hope that the injury bug leaves the city in 2025.  Let’s dive into some quick facts and comments:Important Dates: 2/10 Pitchers and Catchers Report, 2/17 Full Squad Workout, 2/22 First Spring Training Game vs. Guardians, 3/27 Reds Opening Day vs Giants Cincinnati had a record of 77-85 in 2024 with a ton of injuries.  The Reds currently have an O/U of 78.5.  I think they are 2 games better in comparison to last season.  I’d bet the over if I was a betting man (I am) Major Additions: Brady Singer, Jose Trevino, Gavin Lux, Owen White, Terry Francona Major Subtractions: David Bell, Jonathan India, Fernando Cruz,...