Former All Star catcher Hank Foiles passed away late last month at the age of 94, as noted by various sources including Jami Frankenberry of The Virginian-Pilot. An veteran of 11 major league seasons, Foiles played for the Reds, Indians, Pirates, Athletics, Tigers, Orioles, and Angels throughout his time in the big leagues. Foiles started his professional career at the age of … [Read more...] about Hank Foiles Passes Away
Reds Option Graham Ashcraft
The Reds announced Thursday that they’ve optioned struggling right-hander Graham Ashcraft to Triple-A Louisville. His spot on the roster will go to reliever Emilio Pagan, who’s being reinstated after a stint on the 15-day injured list due to a triceps injury. It’s the first time Ashcraft, 26, has been optioned to the minors since May 2022, when he was sent down a day after … [Read more...] about Reds Option Graham Ashcraft
Reds Shut Down Brandon Williamson’s Rehab Assignment
Reds lefty Brandon Williamson hasn’t pitched in the majors this season due to a shoulder strain he suffered back in spring training. He’d been out on a minor league rehab stint and looked to be nearing a potential return, but things have now hit a snag. The Reds announced today that Williamson has been pulled back from his rehab assignment — but not reinstated to the roster. … [Read more...] about Reds Shut Down Brandon Williamson’s Rehab Assignment
Pirates Sign Justin Bruihl To Major League Deal
2:55pm: The Pirates have now made it official and announced the corresponding moves. Right-hander Quinn Priester has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to June 3, with a right lat muscle injury. To open a 40-man spot, lefty Ryan Borucki has been transferred to the 60-day IL. Borucki has already been on the IL for 60 days, landing there April 6 due to left … [Read more...] about Pirates Sign Justin Bruihl To Major League Deal
Reds Select Blake Dunn
The Reds announced that they have selected the contract of outfielder Blake Dunn from Triple-A Louisville, with infielder/outfielder Nick Martini optioned in a corresponding move. They already had an open 40-man spot after first baseman Mike Ford was designated for assignment last week. Dunn, 25, was a 15th-round selection of the Reds in 2021 and collected a bonus of $125K. As … [Read more...] about Reds Select Blake Dunn