The Reds announced a series of roster moves today, selecting the contract of outfielder Conner Capel while also activating outfielder TJ Friedl and right-hander Frankie Montas from their respective stints on the injured list. The club had optioned left-hander Sam Moll yesterday and opened up two more roster spots today by optioning outfielders Nick Martini and Bubba Thompson. … [Read more...] about Reds Select Conner Capel
NL Central Notes: McLain, Carpenter, Almonte
The Reds lost a key piece of their starting lineup just before the season began when infielder Matt McLain underwent labrum surgery back in March. As relayed by Charlie Goldsmith of the Cincinnati Enquirer, McLain recently discussed his timeline for return with reporters, although he’s still a ways away from his name appearing in the Cincinnati lineup. Per Goldsmith, McLain … [Read more...] about NL Central Notes: McLain, Carpenter, Almonte
Phillies Acquire Tyler Gilbert From Reds
The Phillies have acquired left-hander Tyler Gilbert from the Reds, reports Matt Gelb of The Athletic on X. Since Gelb uses the word “purchased,” it seems the Reds will receive cash considerations in return. The southpaw wasn’t on the Reds’ 40-man roster and therefore won’t need a roster spot with the Phillies. Gilbert, 30, signed a minor league deal with the Reds in the … [Read more...] about Phillies Acquire Tyler Gilbert From Reds
Reds’ Ian Gibaut Undergoes AIN Release Procedure
Reds reliever Ian Gibaut underwent an anterior interosseous nerve (AIN) release procedure this week, manager David Bell tells Charlie Goldsmith of the Cincinnati Enquirer (X link). An exact timetable for his return to the mound isn’t clear, with Bell only indicating that the hope is for Gibaut to return at some point this season. Bell had already stated earlier in the week that … [Read more...] about Reds’ Ian Gibaut Undergoes AIN Release Procedure
Reds Re-Sign Mike Ford To Major League Deal
2:40pm: Encarnacion-Strand is going to miss a month to six weeks, manager David Bell tells Charlie Goldsmith of the Cincinnati Enquirer. 2:15pm: Ford’s deal is worth $1.3MM plus incentives, per Mark Sheldon of MLB.com. Assuming that’s prorated, he’ll make just over $1MM for the rest of the year. 1:35pm: The Reds announced Ford’s signing and the corresponding moves. … [Read more...] about Reds Re-Sign Mike Ford To Major League Deal