Greg Kuffner and Austin Layton discuss the growing conversation surrounding Cincinnati Reds rookie phenom Chase Burns and whether the organization could place an innings limit on him later this season. The guys react to comments from Reds broadcaster Jeff Brantley, break down Terry Francona’s response, and debate how the Reds should handle Burns if they are in playoff contention.

They also discuss the Reds’ start to the 2026 season, preview the upcoming series against the Atlanta Braves, and react to MLB owners proposing a $245 million salary cap and a $171 million salary floor as part of the next CBA.

Plus, Nick Kirby runs down the latest NL Central standings and storylines and recaps all the Reds minor league action from Thursday night.

Chatterbox Reds on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDSyIZ3I9FQ

Chatterbox Reds is BACK at Smoke Justis NEXT TUESDAY, June 2nd with a LIVE show at 5:00 PM! Come hang out, talk Reds baseball, and enjoy the best smoked meats and bourbon around before the Reds take on the Royals!

OTHER CHATTERBOX PROGRAMING:

Chatterbox Bengals: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chatterbox-bengals-a-cincinnati-bengals-nfl-podcast/id1652732141

Chatterbox Bearcats: https://chatterboxbearcats.podbean.com/

The Stone Shields Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/west-4th-and-long/id1828384424

Off The Bench: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-bench-by-chatterbox-sports/id1643010062

The Flyin Lion (FC Cincinnati): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flyin-lion-fc-cincinnati-podcast/id1701368522

513 Golf: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjPJjEFaBD7VUSfdVvGjbr1_CmCepLWpr

Chatterbox Reds Sponsors:

Book your appointment at Richter & Phillips today: https://richterphillips.com/pages/cha...

Get 20% off sitewide at Homage with promo code CHATTER at checkout: homage.com/CBOX

The Anthony Muñoz 78 Cigar! Get your box today: https://www.anthonymunoz.com/anthony-munoz-78-cigars

Apply today at Sharefax Credit Union: Sharefax.org or call 513-753-2440

Learn more about our friends at QC Kinetix! Call (513) 655-3356 or visit qckinetix.com

It’s OK not to be OK! Need Help? Call or text 988 DAY OR NIGHT or visit mantherapy.org

jeff brantley