Reds hire Joe Torres as pitching coach

The Cincinnati Reds have hired Joe Torres as their new pitching coach.

Torres spent the past five seasons as an assistant pitching coach with the Cleveland Guardians, and worked with Reds manager Terry Francona in Cleveland.

He replaces Derek Johnson, who took a leave of absence in June and was later told he would not return.

Cincinnati’s pitching struggled in 2026, with a 4.83 team ERA, the third-highest in the majors, according to ESPN.

The team finished last in the National League Central with a 75-87 record after reaching the postseason in 2025.

Torres will work with a staff that includes Chase Burns, who won 15 games and struck out 185 batters last season.

The Reds will look to Torres to help improve their pitching.