Reds' Speed Disappears: A Baffling Shift in Strategy

Why did the Cincinnati Reds abandon the speed that defined them? This episode dives into the perplexing transformation of the Reds from a base-stealing juggernaut in 2023 to a cautious, power-deficient team in 2025. Discover how manager Terry Francona's strategy shift has neutralized their once-dominant running game, leaving them struggling to score despite solid on-base numbers. Was it a mistake to ditch the speed-first approach that GM Nick Krall initially championed?

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