JeffWallner

That was Everton football in the second half. A desire to win the ball back. A desire to get forward. A desire to score and not just settle for a point at home. Proud of my Blues.

Pirates ace Paul Skenes drops ERA to 1.97 in his final scheduled start of the season Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes isn’t a big numbers guy, yet he does maintain high standards for himself.

Enjoyed writing this story on Skenes' historic season. Livvy wasn't available for comment. apnews.com/article/pira...

Reds end Brewers' franchise-record, 14-game winning streak on Hays' bases-loaded hit in the 10th Austin Hays’ single with the bases loaded in the 10th inning gave the Cincinnati Reds a 3-2 victory over Milwaukee on Sunday, ending the Brewers’ franchise-record winning streak at 14 games.

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Reds designate outfielder Jake Fraley for assignment Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jake Fraley has been designated for assignment, with catcher Tyler Stephenson’s thumb injury and a short bench contributing to the decision.

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Agreed, Wych. It's all about expanding the brand, and maybe gain new supporters along the way. Ideally, we don't lose 3-nil, but fans here understand the purpose of preseason. They are more likely to be influenced by the Evertonian community we've built and want to be part of it.

Francona and Cash's friendly feud continues with scoreboard prank The friendly feud between Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona and Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash, which dates to at least 2015, continued during batting practice on Friday when the scoreboard at...

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Rays place Ha-Seong Kim on IL with back strain, activate DeLuca CINCINNATI -- The American League Wild Card-chasing Rays suffered yet another significant injury on Friday, when infielder Ha-Seong Kim was placed on the 10-day injured list with a low back strain, re...

The hits (not the good kind) keep coming for the Rays. www.mlb.com/rays/news/ha...

Still remarkable to think that we saw James Rodriguez play in person for Everton in the U.S., but nobody in the UK ever did. Four years ago, Orlando 👇

Messi's multi-goal streak ends in Inter Miami's 3-0 loss to FC Cincinnati Lionel Messi’s MLS-record streak of scoring multiple goals in five straight matches ended in Inter Miami’s 3-0 loss to FC Cincinnati.

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Here in a working capacity for the first time in a while. Why? Messi, of course.

Terry Francona also is the third Reds manager to reach 2,000 career wins, joining Dusty Baker and Sparky Anderson.

'Losing is not OK': Rockies ready to move onto better 2nd half CINCINNATI -- The Rockies made the postseason in each of Ryan McMahon’s first two seasons with the club. While reality is much different for the current young players, Colorado’s veteran third baseman...

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Ritter breathes easier after launching 1st MLB homer CINCINNATI -- Rookie shortstop Ryan Ritter (Colorado's No. 11 prospect) is getting an opportunity to show what he can do at the Major League level with Ezequiel Tovar on the injured list. On Saturday ...

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Tovar making progress, likely to return after All-Star break CINCINNATI -- Ezequiel Tovar will likely return to the big leagues after the All-Star break, interim manager Warren Schaeffer said on Saturday ahead of an afternoon game vs. the Reds. There is nothing...

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Dollander 'looking for steps forward' in return to Triple-A Right-hander Chase Dollander took his first step toward a return to the Rockies' MLB rotation on Friday night, but it’s not a defining one, according to interim manager Warren Schaeffer.

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Márquez, amid trade rumors, 'led the charge' in win over Reds CINCINNATI -- As the July 31 Trade Deadline approaches, Germán Márquez is aware that his name is being mentioned among the Colorado Rockies who might be dealt. But the veteran right-hander remains foc...

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Reds beat Marlins 6-0, earn split in four-game series Spencer Steer homered and Nick Lodolo pitched six strong innings as the Cincinnati Reds beat the Miami Marlins 6-0 to earn a split in the four-game series.

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Could spin the narrative that it hasn't been a great Wimbledon for US women, but Anisimova has flipped that script.

Barry and Beto share common traits: Humility, a desire to get better, to work hard, and to score goals. Ages 22 and 27. 🚀

Marlins extend road winning streak to 11 with 12-2 win over Reds The Miami Marlins extended their franchise-record road winning streak to 11 with a 12-2 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday night.

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Reds lefty Andrew Abbott named NL All-Star, replacing Dodgers' Yamamoto Cincinnati Reds left-hander Andrew Abbott is an All-Star after all. Abbott, who’s 7-1 with a 2.15 ERA in 15 starts has been named as a replacement for the Los Angeles Dodgers’ Yoshinobu Yamamoto.

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It's an extreme statement for him to make. But I do think that we'll see a healthy DCL be much better in a new environment than he was for us. And that's fine. It was time for us to move on.

Reds-Padres will start at 7:20 p.m. following a brief heavy rainstorm.

Once the calendar hits July 1 and a new financial year, we'll be amazed at what deals were already far along. Exciting times.

Reds reinstate OF Austin Hays from IL, place OF Jake Fraley on IL The Cincinnati Reds added an outfielder and a key bat with the return of Austin Hays from 10-day injured list but lost their regular right fielder in Jake Fraley to the 10-day IL with a right shoulder...

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Following a formal vote at yesterday meeting, our Chair and Vice Chair positions for the 2025/26 season will held by:

Chair - Barry Williams
Vice Chair - Sarah Twigg
Vice Chair - David Wycherley

We also thank outgoing chair @rob-fisher-efc.bsky.social and vice @jeffwallner.bsky.social who depart.

Well done for all your hard work Jeff, 3 years of volunteering up your time to help Evertonians is something to be proud of and you've done some excellent work in that time.

My three-year term on the @efcfansforum.bsky.social has ended. It was an honor to represent the best fans in football, even through difficult times. I plan to stay closely involved with the club. The Forum is in good hands with the leadership of David Wycherley, Barry Williams, and Sarah Twigg.

Reds have won 4 straight and 9 of 12 and are a season-high four games above .500. They are tied with MIL one game out of the third NL wild card spot.

#Reds are the only NL Central team that will play tonight. Cubs, Brewers, Pirates, and Cardinals all postponed.