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Pitching Coach Derek Johnson Will Not Return To Reds

The Reds have officially ended Derek Johnson’s tenure as pitching coach, sparking a swift hunt for his successor.

By · Published October 1, 2026  15:32 UTC · Updated October 1, 2026  15:32 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 14.
  • Primary Driver: The Reds have officially ended Derek Johnson’s tenure as pitching coach, sparking a swift hunt for his successor.
  • Source Integrity: Verified strictly against primary headline reporting under zero-hallucination protocols.

By ending the relationship now, the club signals a full‑season staffing plan that does not include the former coach. The Cincinnati Enquirer detailed the termination, while MLB.com reported that the organization has already begun a search for a new pitching coach. The New York Times described the move as a key staffing shift, and Sports Illustrated noted that insider expectations had already leaned toward a change.

MLB Trade Rumors echoed the headline, emphasizing that the club’s front office is evaluating candidates internally and externally. Across the outlets, the narrative centers on a proactive approach to fill the vacancy before spring training. Coverage does not provide a timeline for announcing the new coach or identify any specific candidates, leaving the final decision pending.

No statements from the Reds organization have been quoted, and the ongoing search remains the only concrete detail released at this stage.

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The obvious questions

Why is Derek Johnson not returning as pitching coach?

Coverage notes his prolonged absence but does not give a reason for the termination.

Who is being considered to replace the Reds’ pitching coach?

The organization has launched a search, but no candidate has been identified in the reporting.

When will the Reds announce the new pitching coach?

No date has been provided; the timeline for a hiring decision remains unspecified.

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