dailyloe.com – The Cincinnati Reds’ new City Connect uniform design may have been leaked online ahead of its official release. Images of the alleged alternate jersey began circulating on social media platform X on March 30, 2026. The team has not yet confirmed the authenticity of the leaked photos.
The podcast account ‘Talkin’ Baseball’ shared the images with its followers. It stated it had obtained a leak of what is believed to be the new jersey. The Cincinnati Enquirer has contacted the Reds organization for official comment.
This leak follows similar incidents for other Major League Baseball teams recently. The City Connect program is a Nike-led initiative creating special uniforms for most MLB franchises. These jerseys aim to reflect a city’s unique culture and community identity.
Unlike traditional team uniforms, City Connect designs often feature bold, non-traditional colors. The Reds’ first City Connect jersey in 2023 was an all-black design. It featured a modernized ‘C’ logo and the word ‘Cincy’ across the chest.
Reds Vice President Ralph Mitchell explained the 2023 design philosophy at the time. He said the team wanted a modern look representing forward-thinking. The franchise collaborated with Nike on that initial alternate uniform.
The newly leaked design appears to be a significant departure from the 2023 version. It is reported to be an all-red jersey with dark red pinstripes. The modernized ‘C’ logo returns but is now in red-and-white stripes on the left chest.
The player’s number is displayed in black on the right side of the jersey. Notably, the word ‘Cincy’ has been removed from this alleged new design. The overall aesthetic appears simpler than the previous black uniform.
Fan reaction on social media has been divided since the leak. Some users have expressed approval of the rumored all-red, pinstriped look. Others have been more critical of the proposed design changes.
The Reds organization has not issued a statement regarding the leaked images. An official unveiling for the 2026 City Connect uniform is expected later this year. The team will likely confirm or deny the leak’s accuracy at that time.[]
Source: Cincinnati Enquirer
