The Cincinnati Reds are going to be under some serious pressure this offseason. They were a solid team in 2025, as they surged into the postseason with a tremendous second half. But this year, the Reds were very disappointing across the board.

They struggled after the first month of the season and never found their consistent footing. As a result, they finished near the bottom of the National League and missed out on the postseason. Now, as the offseason begins, the Reds have a few big decisions to make, including one revolving around one of their most consistent pitchers.

Bleacher Report's Tim Kelly recently suggested that the Reds must re-sign veteran closer Emilio Pagan this offseason if he opts out of his contract with the team.

Reds Need to Retain Emilio Pagan for Next Season

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Emilio Pagán (15) cheers after striking out Tommy White for the final out of the ninth inning of the MLB Interleague game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Athletics at Great American Ball Park in…