1888 Cincinnati Red Stockings season

The team finished in fourth place in the American Association with a record of 80–54, 11.5 games behind the St. Louis Browns.

Cincinnati retained manager Gus Schmelz, who led the team to a franchise record 81 wins in 1887.

Hugh Nicol hit only .239; however, he once again stole over 100 bases, finishing the season with 103.

On the mound, Lee Viau led Cincinnati with 27 wins and a 2.65 ERA in 42 starts.

Infielders Note: Pos = Position; G = Games played; AB = At bats; H = Hits; Avg.