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Miguel Andujar Miguel Andujar Sitting Friday Fri, Aug 22, 2025, 6:09 PM Andujar is not in the Reds' starting lineup against the Diamondbacks on Friday. Analysis: Andujar will be out of the Reds' lineup for the second time in four games while Gavin Lux serves as the designated hitter and Matt McLain starts at second base. Andujar has gone 18-for-47 (.383) with nine runs, three home runs and 11 RBI in 15 games since Aug. 1.
Ian Gibaut Ian Gibaut Moved to 60-day IL Fri, Aug 22, 2025, 10:50 AM The Reds transferred Gibaut (shoulder) from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list Friday. Analysis: The transaction frees up a spot on the 40-man roster for the addition of Zach Maxwell. Gibaut is set to miss the remainder of the season following arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder.
Luis Mey Luis Mey Optioned to Louisville Thu, Aug 21, 2025, 11:51 AM The Reds optioned Mey to Triple-A Louisville on Thursday, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. Analysis: Mey has managed to hold the opposition to one run over 6.2 innings during his latest stint in the majors, but that's in spite of nine hits and seven walks. The Reds will announce a corresponding roster move prior to Friday's game in Arizona.
Nick Lodolo Nick Lodolo Facing live batters Friday Thu, Aug 21, 2025, 7:09 AM Lodolo (finger) will face hitters in a batting practice session Friday, MLB.com reports. Analysis: Pending the outcome of Friday's session, Lodolo could rejoin the Reds rotation and start the series finale against the Dodgers next Wednesday in Los Angeles. Nick Martinez is expected to be bumped from the rotation once Lodolo is activated.
Nick Martinez Nick Martinez Pitches well in no-decision Thu, Aug 21, 2025, 2:12 AM Martinez allowed one run on two hits and one walk while striking out seven batters over six innings in a no-decision against the Angels on Wednesday. Analysis: The only run Martinez allowed came on a Yoan Moncada solo homer in the fourth inning. Aside from that, the veteran hurler was sharp, as he allowed just one other batter to reach second base and finished his outing by retiring the final eight hitters he faced. After a brief move to the bullpen in early August, Martinez has started in each of his past three outings, picking up two quality starts in that span (though his other appearance was a dud during which he allowed five earned runs across 2.2 frames). Both Chase Burns (elbow) and Nick Lodolo (finger) are currently on the injured list, but neither is dealing with what's expected to be a long-term absence, so it's unclear if Martinez will get another turn in the rotation.
Tyler Stephenson Tyler Stephenson Heads to IL with fractured thumb Wed, Aug 20, 2025, 11:26 AM The Reds placed Stephenson on the 10-day injured list Thursday due to a fractured left thumb. Analysis: Cincinnati had previously labeled the injury that had kept Stephenson from playing in the last four games as a sore thumb, but X-rays evidently revealed that the backstop sustained structural damage to the finger. The team hasn't provided word on the severity of the fracture nor indicated whether Stephenson will require surgery, so his timeline for a return is unclear at the moment. Cincinnati called up Will Banfield from Triple-A Louisville to provide the team with another option behind the plate, but Jose Trevino is expected to receive the bulk of the starts at catcher while Stephenson is on the shelf.
Ian Gibaut Ian Gibaut Scheduled for surgery Wed, Aug 20, 2025, 7:20 AM Gibaut (shoulder) has been scheduled to undergo arthroscopic surgery, MLB.com reports. Analysis: Gibaut was pulled off a rehab assignment earlier this month when his arm didn't respond well following an outing. No date for the surgery was provided, nor was an expected timeline for his recovery.
Rhett Lowder Rhett Lowder Begins throwing program Wed, Aug 20, 2025, 7:13 AM Lowder (forearm/oblique) threw a side session earlier this week and is expected to do so again Friday in front of team staff when the Reds are in Arizona, MLB.com reports. Analysis: The report indicates Lowder's side session went well, which is encouraging news for the team's 2024 first-round draft pick. The right-hander is not expected to pitch for Cincinnati or any of its affiliates this season but is expected to have a normal offseason, which will include the Arizona Fall League.
Spencer Steer Spencer Steer Out of Tuesday's lineup Tue, Aug 19, 2025, 6:19 PM Steer is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Angels. Analysis: Steer started the previous nine games and will receive a day off after going 10-for-32 with two doubles, two homers, six RBI and six runs during that span. Miguel Andujar will shift to first base while Matt McLain enters the lineup at second base.
Tyler Stephenson Tyler Stephenson Taking seat again Tuesday Tue, Aug 19, 2025, 6:17 PM Stephenson (thumb) is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Angels. Analysis: Stephenson finds himself on the bench for a fourth consecutive game due to a sore left thumb. Jose Trevino is receiving another start behind the plate and is batting seventh for Cincinnati.
Nick Lodolo Nick Lodolo Completes side session Tue, Aug 19, 2025, 3:55 PM Lodolo (finger) tossed a bullpen session Monday and is scheduled to throw off a mound again Wednesday, MLB.com reports. Analysis: Though Lodolo is making good progress in his recovery from the left index finger blister that forced him to the injured list Aug. 5, the southpaw isn't on track to be activated when first eligible later this week. The Reds will likely wait until Lodolo completes his bullpen session Wednesday before determining his next steps, but manager Terry Francona said that the 27-year-old hasn't been ruled out from making a start during the team's road series versus the Dodgers that begins next Monday. Nick Martinez would be in line for another turn through the rotation if Lodolo isn't ready to go for the Dodgers series.
Wade Miley Wade Miley Uncertain after doctor visit Tue, Aug 19, 2025, 8:22 AM Miley (forearm) visited Dr. Timothy Kremchek on Monday and is still trying to determine his next move, MLB.com reports. Analysis: Miley was pulled from a rehab assignment after experiencing soreness during a start last Friday. That the left-hander is pondering his next move suggests the doctor offered multiple go-forward scenarios and that the soreness may not be normal. Reds manager Terry Francona said the team will "support whatever he does." This implies that Miley will not be a fantasy factor over the final weeks of the regular season.
Tyler Stephenson Tyler Stephenson Not listed in starting lineup Mon, Aug 18, 2025, 6:02 PM Stephenson (thumb) isn't listed in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Angels. Analysis: Stephenson is still being slowed by a sore left thumb, opening up another opportunity for Jose Trevino behind the dish. Stephenson can continue to be considered day-to-day until the team provides another update.
Miguel Andujar Miguel Andujar Not in Monday's lineup Mon, Aug 18, 2025, 4:45 PM Andujar is not in the Reds' starting lineup against the Angels on Monday. Analysis: Andujar saw his eight-game hitting streak come to a halt against the Brewers on Sunday, when he went 0-for-3 with a strikeout. He has hit well since the All-Star break, posting a 1.060 OPS with 11 runs, six homers and 16 RBI in 77 plate appearances over that span. Andujar will begin Monday's game on the bench while Gavin Lux serves as the designated hitter and Matt McLain starts at second base.
Chase Burns Chase Burns To resume throwing Monday Mon, Aug 18, 2025, 1:49 PM Reds manager Terry Francona said that Burns (elbow) will resume throwing Monday, MLB Network Radio on SiriusXM reports. Analysis: Burns landed on the 15-day injured list this past Friday after being diagnosed with a Grade 1 right flexor strain, but the fact that he's already been cleared to throw backs up the Reds' optimism that the righty is not facing an extended absence. When/if Burns does return, he could do so in a relief role, as the Reds have a bevy of other rotation options and also want to keep an eye on Burns' workload.
Tejay Antone Tejay Antone On rehab assignment Mon, Aug 18, 2025, 1:00 PM Antone (elbow) has tossed 2.2 scoreless innings across two rehab appearances with High-A Dayton. Analysis: Antone is recovering from a third Tommy John surgery and has made a total of only nine appearances at the major-league level since 2022. The odds are against him making it back to be a successful reliever for the Reds, but it's possible he'll receive consideration for a promotion during the stretch run if he's pitching well.
Noelvi Marte Noelvi Marte Extends hit streak Mon, Aug 18, 2025, 6:23 AM Marte went 2-for-4 in Sunday's 3-2 extra-inning win over Milwaukee. Analysis: Marte extended a hit streak to eight games, during which he's gone 15-for-34 (.441) with five doubles, two home runs, nine RBI and six runs scored. The transition from third base to outfield hasn't been an issue, as Marte is slashing .333/.333/.515 over 17 appearances in right field.
Tyler Stephenson Tyler Stephenson Battling sore thumb Mon, Aug 18, 2025, 6:11 AM Stephenson is dealing with a sore left thumb and is available to catch in an emergency, MLB.com reports. Analysis: Stephenson initially banged the thumb during a series in Pittsburgh two weeks ago and then again against Philadelphia on Aug. 13. He then aggravated the issue Friday against Milwaukee and sat out the last two games. Jose Trevino is filling in behind the plate.
Emilio Pagan Emilio Pagan Another blown save vs. Milwaukee Sun, Aug 17, 2025, 7:53 PM Pagan blew his save opportunity against the Brewers on Sunday after yielding a two-run homer in the ninth. Analysis: Pagan was brought out for the ninth inning to secure the Reds' one-run lead. Things started out poorly after issuing a four-pitch walk to Anthony Seigler, and things went from bad to worse two batters later, when Pagan's first pitch to William Contreras was smashed to left-center field to give the Brewers the lead. It's the second game in a row that Pagan has blown his save chance, and he has given up five runs (four earned) on three hits and five walks while striking out five across six innings since the beginning of August.
Austin Hays Austin Hays Ends Brewers' streak with walk-off Sun, Aug 17, 2025, 7:46 PM Hays went 2-for-5 with a run, a double and an RBI single during Sunday's 3-2 extra-inning win over Milwaukee. Analysis: Hays walked it off for the Reds in the bottom of the 10th after smacking a groundball to left field, which brought TJ Friedl home and snapped the Brewers' 14-game winning streak. Sunday marked Hays' 19th multi-hit game of the season, and he has gone 6-for-20 (.300) with five runs and three RBI over his last five starts.