In this episode of the Best Case/Worst Case edition of the Bleeding Cincy Red podcast, we try chasing down Billy Hamilton, which is impossible, so we talk about him instead. Billy brings the speed to the Cincinnati Reds and the defense. However, he has trouble getting on base. So we discuss what that means for the 2018 season. Hosted by Robert Lee Brewer and Brian A. Klems.
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In this episode of the Best Case/Worst Case edition of the Bleeding Cincy Red podcast, we expound on the greatness of Tucker Barnhart. Extended through the 2022 season by the Cincinnati Reds, Barnhart won the 2017 gold glove and has shown steady improvement at the plate. At only 27, we debate whether he has room for even more growth. Hosted by Robert Lee Brewer and Brian A. Klems.
In this episode of the Best Case/Worst Case edition of the Bleeding Cincy Red podcast, we marvel at the greatness of Scott Schebler (okay, it’s mainly just “Schebler lover” Robert doing the marveling). When he’s healthy, Schebby has proven to be a plus bat and good at throwing people out from right field. The only question: Where does he fit in a crowded Cincinnati Reds outfield? Hosted by Robert Lee Brewer and Brian A. Klems.
In this episode of the Best Case/Worst Case edition of the Bleeding Cincy Red podcast, we praise Eugenio Suarez who had a breakout season in 2017. He has pop in his bat, gold in his glove, and frosty hair (Google it). In multiple seasons, he has shown that he’s the type of player who continually works to improve in every phase of the game. The only question: Does Suarez have a worst case? Hosted by Robert Lee Brewer and Brian A. Klems.
In this episode of the Best Case/Worst Case edition of the Bleeding Cincy Red podcast, we examine Anthony DeSclafani. After promising 2015 and 2016 seasons for the Cincinnati Reds, Disco didn’t pitch an inning in 2017. He could be the ace of the staff in 2018, or he could struggle (a la Homer Bailey in 2017) to get back into form. And we break it all down here. Hosted by Robert Lee Brewer and Brian A. Klems.
In this episode of the Best Case/Worst Case edition of the Bleeding Cincy Red podcast, we examine Michael Lorenzen. In the mix for a rotation spot headed into spring training, he may be most valuable as a bullpen arm—especially if he can find more consistency (and throw fewer wild pitches). Find out the best and worst case scenarios for 2018. Hosted by Robert Lee Brewer and Brian A. Klems.
In this episode of the Best Case/Worst Case edition of the Bleeding Cincy Red podcast, we take a look at Adam Duvall. Need 30 HRs and 100 RBIs? Well, Duvall is your guy. But he’s not just a bat; he’s one of the best (honestly, THE best) left field gloves in the National League. Check out our best case/worst case on this crazy consistent slugger. Hosted by Robert Lee Brewer and Brian A. Klems.
In this episode of the Best Case/Worst Case edition of the Bleeding Cincy Red podcast, we take a look at 2017 rookie starter Luis Castillo. The top prospect returned in the Dan Straily trade, Castillo started off in the minors but finished the season ranked 24