The Cincinnati Reds had the worst starting pitching in the National League in 2017. They had sixteen different pitchers start games and the worst ERA in the league. They also showed that they have some prospects ready to contribute at the major league level.
Meanwhile, they have been adding to the bullpen this off-season. They signed a pair of veteran set-up men in David Hernandez and Jared Hughes. They both have experience picking up holds at the major league level.
The back end of the bullpen was already strong last season. They had Raisel Iglesias closing games with Michael Lorenzen and Wandy Peralta setting him up.