Terry Francona says Reds will opt out of ABS testing

Terry Francona asks Reds veterans not to use ABS challenges
Reds manager Terry Francona plans to opt out of elective participation in the automated ball-strike challenge trial during spring training but is willing to let Cincinnati's minor league players accustomed to the procedure use challenges.
Reds' Terry Francona — best manager in the NL Central? — taking aim at Cubs, division crown
At Reds camp, the hope and expectation is that Francona will bring out the best in a young, talented roster and take advantage of a division in which no team is remotely close to going for the jugular.
Terry Francona says Reds will opt out of ABS testing: ‘Why work on strategy we’re not going to use?’
Five parks in Arizona and eight in Florida have been fitted with the ABS challenge system technology this spring.
Terry Francona Is the Reds’ Hugger-in-Chief
G OODYEAR, ARIZONA—Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona is a big hugger. He’ll run into someone around baseball who he worked with or played with years ago or maybe even seen pretty recently, and hugs them like they’re celebrating a World Series title.
Here's what Cleveland Guardians players think about Terry Francona managing the Reds
There wasn't a lone factor that allowed Stephen Vogt the confidence he has in his job today, but his predecessor, Terry Francona, certainly helped.
Reds’ Terry Francona won’t manage against Guardians in spring opener
These games need to be about the players,” Francona said of not facing off against his former team. “It doesn’t need to be a hug-fest."
Reds’ Terry Francona won’t manage against Guardians on Saturday
Terry Francona, the winningest manager in Cleveland history, will not be in the dugout when his new team, the Cincinnati Reds, opens the Cactus League season against the Guardians on Saturday at Goodyear Ballpark.
How, where to watch manager Terry Francona’s Cincinnati Reds debut in spring training
Terry Francona came out of a one-year retirement to take the managerial reins of the Cincinnati Reds this season.
Why Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona will never agree with Rob Manfred on this issue
Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona might be Pete Rose's strongest supporter in the game, in part because of a personal moment in 1984.
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Rising NL Central Underdog Threatens Cubs' Dominance After Bregman's Setback, Claims Insider
The Chicago Cubs kicked off the off-season with bold plans in mind. The post Chicago Cubs Could Be Toppled by Rising NL Central Underdog After Alex Bregman Setback, Claims MLB Insider appeared first ...
After a year off, Terry Francona is physically in a good place and wants to stay that way
The new Reds skipper underwent three surgeries after leaving the Guardians in 2023, adding to an estimated 45 in his lifetime ...
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Chicago Cubs underrated NL Central rivals named legit threat to steal division
The Chicago Cubs have been very active this offseason ... Perhaps most beneficial of all is the addition of future Hall of Fame manager Terry Francona, who will bring his massive experience ...
Harold Reynolds names NL Central favorite, and it's not the Cubs
The race for the NL Central crown should be a good one, and Harold Reynolds thinks the Reds are the favorites.
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Here's why Reds' Francona made sure he was the first to arrive at spring training
Major League Baseball pitchers and catchers report to spring training Feb. 10, but new Cincinnati Reds Manager Terry ... Francona played from 1981 to 1988 for the Montreal Expos, Chicago Cubs ...
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Reds Pitcher Sends Inspiring 6-Word Message About New Manager
New Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona gathered his team Monday for the typical “welcome to spring training” speech. Clearly, Francona’s words left a profound impact on at least one player.
Jonathan India: Terry Francona Hire 'Huge' For Reds: 'They Needed That Fire In Their Ass'
CINCINNATI — The Reds traded former National League Rookie of the Year Jonathan India to the Royals for Brady Singer in ...
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Cincinnati Reds, Elly De La Cruz goal: 'Best player in baseball on best team in baseball'
GOODYEAR, Arizona – It took all of one day at spring training for Cincinnati Reds new manager Terry Francona to deliver his first message to All-Star Elly De La Cruz – and for De La Cruz to ...