Winning Culture Starts in the Minors | Cincinnati Reds News

Cincinatti Reds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 11, 2026 · 1m

Terry Francona isn’t just talking stats—he’s building a winning culture from the minors up, insisting that learning how to win matters more than pitch design or exit velocity. He’s personally honoring minor league playoff teams like Daytona and Dayton, even without big-league rings, because those September wins lay the foundation for future success. Strategic roster moves in late August ensured these young players got playoff experience, not just games. Francona trusts his coaches to handle the daily grind, focusing on fundamentals while fostering a shared mindset: when you win together, you…