Reds left-hander Nick Lodolo is done for the season, reports Mark Sheldon of MLB.com. The southpaw has been on the injured list due to a stress reaction in his left tibia and it appears he won’t be able to heal up in time to rejoin the club. It’s been a frustrating season for Lodolo, who was hoped to be part of a strong one-two atop the Cincinnati rotation this year alongside … [Read more...] about Nick Lodolo Reportedly Won’t Return This Season
Reds Claim Harrison Bader, Hunter Renfroe
The Reds have claimed outfielder Harrison Bader off waivers from the Yankees, reports Jeff Passan of ESPN. The Reds also claimed outfielder Hunter Renfroe from the Angels, per Jesse Rogers of ESPN. By joining the Reds prior to September 1, each will be eligible to participate in the postseason if the club eventually makes it. Bader, 29, and Renfroe, 31, were two of several … [Read more...] about Reds Claim Harrison Bader, Hunter Renfroe
Reds Release Trey Mancini
First baseman/outfielder Trey Mancini has been released by the Reds, reports Gordon Wittenmyer of the Cincinnati Enquirer. Mancini, 31, just signed a minor league deal with the Reds a week ago. In five games for Triple-A Louisville, he hit two home runs in 19 plate appearances and slashed .316/.316/.737. Despite that strong showing, he’s been cut loose. Speculatively speaking, … [Read more...] about Reds Release Trey Mancini
Reds Designate Tony Santillan For Assignment
The Reds announced Tuesday that right-hander Tony Santillan has been designated for assignment. His spot on the 40-man roster will go to utilityman Alejo Lopez, who has had his contract selected from Triple-A Louisville. Outfielder Michael Siani was optioned to Louisville to clear active roster space. A second-round pick back in 2015, the now-26-year-old Santillan ranked among … [Read more...] about Reds Designate Tony Santillan For Assignment
Reds Place Matt McLain On IL With Oblique Strain
The Reds announced today that infielder Matt McLain has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a right oblique strain. His roster spot goes to outfielder Stuart Fairchild, who has been activated from the concussion list. McLain, 24, has been one of several Cincinnati rookies to hit the ground running in the big leagues this year, helping the club vault themselves from … [Read more...] about Reds Place Matt McLain On IL With Oblique Strain