Fans Tap Brewers as NL Central Favorites as Reds' Optimism Grows

Overview

• The SB Nation Reacts survey shows the Cubs at 22%, the Reds at 2%, and the Pirates and Cardinals at 1% each for the division crown.
• Milwaukee enters spring off a 97–65 season and three straight division titles, having traded away Freddy Peralta and others while adding young arms and depth pieces.
• Reds-focused polling indicates over two-thirds of respondents expect Cincinnati to finish in the division’s top two.
• Cincinnati’s offseason included signing Eugenio Suárez and investing in bullpen help after an unsuccessful pursuit of Kyle Schwarber.
• Reds updates highlight improved health for Elly De La Cruz and Matt McLain, with Hunter Greene projected to return by mid-summer.