Freddie Benavides was named interim manager following the Reds' decision to fire David Bell. He shared his reaction to the news on Monday evening. "I have the utmost respect for David,” Benavides said according to Charlie Goldsmith of the Cincinnati Enquirer.

Freddie Benavides said the Reds have underachieved in 2024, and the team has an important final week of the season.

The Cincinnati Reds signed David Bell to a 3-year, $7.2 million extension last year. They still owe him $2.4 million and $2.5 million the next 2 years.