The Cincinnati Reds seemingly struck gold with their top draft pick in the 2026 MLB Draft.

Juan Brito, called up by the Reds this week, launched his first MLB home run against the San Diego Padres on Tuesday, Sept. 2.

MLB.com's Jason Foster revealed this, with 24 out of 40 MLB experts voting him as the NL ROY favorite. But Foster also revealed that MLB history is on his side, as he might have already done enough to win this award.

The Cincinnati Reds have seen a lot more production from one of their pitchers than they likely expected.

Thanks to two second-round picks, the Reds had more money to play with and the opportunity to add some premium talent in the 2026 MLB Draft. Cincinnati’s haul included three impressive middle infielders,

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Cincinnati Reds Make MLB History With Remarkable Young Trio

At 65-72 after beating the Cubs on Sunday Night Baseball Aug. 30, the Cincinnati Reds have 25 games to try to even their record at .500 or perhaps rise above average. While the Reds are in the middle of the pack in terms of average age (No. 15 at 28.5 years), they have set an MLB record with three young players, according to OptaSTATS.

Cincinnati Reds All-Star SS Elly De La Cruz is have his playing status evaluated Monday morning after exiting Sunday's game with left quad tightness.