Cincinnati Reds first baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand is set to undergo surgery to repair ligaments in his right wrist, as announced by manager David Bell on Tuesday. Encarnacion-Strand has been out of action since early May due to a fractured bone in his wrist, and the surgery is scheduled for July 11 with an expected recovery…
The preseason acquisition of Corbin Burnes significantly impacted the Baltimore Orioles’ season. However, it came at the cost of 25-year-old Joey Ortiz, who has become a standout player with the Milwaukee Brewers. Ortiz is hitting .281/.381/.472 with an .853 OPS, 6 home runs, and 27 RBIs. Brewers’ starting pitcher Bryse Wilson criticized the Orioles for…
CINCINNATI — Third baseman Noelvi Marte, the Cincinnati Reds’ No. 2 prospect, has begun a rehab assignment with Triple-A Louisville as he nears his return from an 80-game suspension. Marte, who is ranked 28th overall by MLB Pipeline, went 2-for-5 with a first-inning double and a run scored during a 3-2 loss to St. Paul….
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Justin Bruihl Aims for Fresh Start with the Pittsburgh Pirates** Left-handed reliever Justin Bruihl joined the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday, shortly after opting out of his minor league deal with the Cincinnati Reds less than a week ago. Bruihl, 26, performed well at Triple-A Louisville, boasting a 4-0 record with a 2.31…
The Red Sox’s ongoing effort to bolster their pitching depth in the upper tiers of their minor league system continued on Friday with another acquisition. Boston signed right-hander Sal Romano to a minor league contract and placed him with Triple-A Worcester, as noted in the team’s transactions log. Romano, a Connecticut native, has already joined…
Cincinnati Reds’ shortstop Elly De La Cruz is making a strong case for the National League MVP with his remarkable performance early in the season. Despite being in just his first full season in the majors, De La Cruz is setting records. Recently, the 22-year-old achieved a feat not seen since 1922, becoming only the…
The Cincinnati Reds have parted ways with infielder/outfielder Jose Barrero, as he has been claimed off waivers by the Texas Rangers. Initially contending for a spot on the Reds’ roster, Barrero’s departure alters the dynamics. Once touted as a top prospect for the Reds, Barrero’s potential was highly regarded, ranking as high as #33 among…
Joey Votto, the revered Cincinnati Reds icon, consistently expressed his desire to continue his baseball career, fueled by his genuine love for the game. Nevertheless, the prospect of remaining a lifelong player for the Reds is no longer feasible. While some view this development with regret, others embrace the idea of Votto seizing an opportunity…
Joey Votto, the esteemed Reds figure, needs a new opportunity. The Reds find themselves unable to accommodate their iconic player due to the success of their youth movement, with promising talents like Christian Encarnacion-Strand and Spencer Steer emerging. The recent signing of Jeimer Candelario for third base has further limited Votto’s prospects within the team….
The Cincinnati Reds actively pursued a reunion with Sonny Gray during the recent offseason, but he eventually signed with the St. Louis Cardinals. Gray, a strong contender for the American League Cy Young Award last season, would have undoubtedly bolstered the Reds’ struggling starting rotation. Despite their limited financial resources, the Reds were clearly prioritizing…