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Jose Franco Jose Franco Serving as 27th man on roster
Tue, Jul 28, 2026, 9:55 AM
The Reds recalled Franco from Triple-A Louisville on Tuesday, Charlie Goldsmith of Fox 19 Now Cincinnati reports.
Analysis: Franco will be available for the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader versus the Guardians as the 27th man on the roster. The right-hander tossed six shutout innings in his last start at Louisville and could serve as the bulk reliever for the Reds in Tuesday's nightcap. Franco has made nine appearances out of the Cincinnati bullpen in 2026, posting a 5.40 ERA and 13:14 K:BB over 16.2 innings. |
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Brady Singer Brady Singer Making next start Wednesday
Tue, Jul 28, 2026, 9:24 AM
Singer is slated to start Wednesday's series finale against the Guardians in Cincinnati, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Heading into the week, the Reds had confirmed Singer as their starter for the middle game of the series with the Guardians, but he'll wind up getting pushed back a day in the schedule after a rainout Monday created a doubleheader Tuesday. A candidate to be moved ahead of next Monday's trade deadline, Singer has bounced back from a rocky start to the season by going 3-4 with a 2.92 ERA, 1.09 WHIP and 52:16 K:BB In 52.1 innings over nine starts since the beginning of June. |
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Noelvi Marte Noelvi Marte Sitting out first game
Tue, Jul 28, 2026, 9:19 AM
Marte is not in the lineup for the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Guardians.
Analysis: Marte will likely see the bulk of the starts in right field for the Reds following the injury to Spencer Steer (wrist), but he'll take a seat in the first game of Tuesday's twin bill. JJ Bleday will play right field and TJ Friedl will be in left field for the afternoon tilt. |
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Julian Aguiar Julian Aguiar Back on IL at Triple-A
Tue, Jul 28, 2026, 9:13 AM
Triple-A Louisville placed Aguiar on the 7-day injured list July 21 due to an unspecified injury.
Analysis: Aguiar is on the shelf for the second time this season, after Louisville previously deactivated him April 9 before reinstating him June 4. Through 11 starts at Triple-A this season, Aguiar has submitted a 6.23 ERA, 1.60 WHIP and 43:29 K:BB in 43.1 innings. |
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Nick Lodolo Nick Lodolo Completes another side session
Tue, Jul 28, 2026, 8:51 AM
Lodolo (finger) threw a bullpen session Sunday, MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Lodolo, who is on the mend from a blister on his left index finger, has now completed two side sessions since landing on the injured list July 12. In an effort to combat further recurrences of blisters, Lodolo has been testing out a new grip for his breaking pitches, and he's thus far experienced no issues since he resumed throwing. Lodolo will likely need to face hitters and potentially make a rehab start before returning from the IL. |
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Chase Burns Chase Burns Guardians-Reds postponed
Mon, Jul 27, 2026, 6:50 PM
Monday's game between the Guardians and the Reds has been postponed due to inclement weather.
Analysis: Monday's game will be made up Tuesday in a doubleheader, and Burns will start in Game 1, per Charlie Goldsmith of Fox 19 Now Cincinnati. The 23-year-old right-hander is having an outstanding season, sporting a 12-1 record over 19 starts with a 2.42 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 124:39 K:BB across 107.2 innings. |
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Matt McLain Matt McLain Remaining on rehab assignment
Mon, Jul 27, 2026, 4:38 PM
Reds manager Terry Francona said Monday that McLain (calf) will stay with Triple-A Louisville on a rehab assignment to begin the week, Charlie Goldsmith of Fox 19 Now Cincinnati reports.
Analysis: Though McLain has been on the shelf for less than three weeks due to a left calf strain, the Reds aren't looking to rush him back from his rehab assignment. Francona said he believes that picking up some more at-bats at a lower-pressure environment at Triple-A will be beneficial for McLain, who was hitting just .190/.293/.328 over 309 plate appearances on the season for Cincinnati before going on the injured list. After going 3-for-10 with two doubles through his first three games with Louisville, McLain will likely play in at least a couple more contests in the minors before the Reds consider activating him. Once he's reinstated, McLain could have an avenue to steady playing time after the Reds placed Spencer Steer (wrist) on the IL on Monday. |
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Spencer Steer Spencer Steer Nursing partial tear in wrist
Mon, Jul 27, 2026, 2:35 PM
Steer will wear a splint for the next two weeks after being diagnosed with a partial tear of the tendon sheath in his right wrist, Charlie Goldsmith of Fox 19 Now Cincinnati reports.
Analysis: Steer suffered the injury on a swing during Sunday's game in St. Louis and was placed on the injured list Monday. The hope is that he can avoid surgery and the injury heals with rest, but it's no guarantee that will happen. A timeline for Steer's return likely won't be available until he's re-evaluated following the two-week shutdown period. |
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Spencer Steer Spencer Steer Shelved by sprained wrist
Mon, Jul 27, 2026, 12:52 PM
The Reds placed Steer on the 10-day injured list Monday with a right wrist sprain.
Analysis: Steer suffered the injury on an awkward swing during Sunday's contest in St. Louis. The Reds have not yet revealed a timetable for Steer, but Buster Olney of ESPN reported earlier Monday that the 28-year-old is expected to miss "significant time." Noelvi Marte could see a playing time bump for the Reds while Steer is sidelined. |
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Ivan Johnson Ivan Johnson Recalled from Louisville
Mon, Jul 27, 2026, 12:45 PM
The Reds recalled Johnson from Triple-A Louisville on Monday.
Analysis: Johnson went 0-for-5 at the dish during a previous stint in the majors. The 27-year-old utility player is grabbing the roster spot vacated by the injured Spencer Steer (wrist) and is likely to operate in a reserve role. |
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Spencer Steer Spencer Steer Set to miss 'significant time'
Mon, Jul 27, 2026, 12:22 PM
The Reds are expected to place Steer on the injured list Monday after he suffered a right wrist injury that is likely to cost him "significant time," Buster Olney of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Steer was forced out of Sunday's 5-3 win over the Cardinals in the fifth inning, after he felt some discomfort when he fouled a pitch off the end of his bat. The Reds labeled his injury as right wrist pain and indicated that he would visit a specialist Monday for further imaging. While the team has yet to provide an official update on Steer's status, Olney's report suggests that an MRI revealed a major injury. With a .740 OPS over 98 games this season, the versatile Steer was expected to be a coveted right-handed bat ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline, but his impending move to the IL will likely take any potential deal off the table. |
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Nathaniel Lowe Nathaniel Lowe Three hits, two RBI in win
Sun, Jul 26, 2026, 6:14 PM
Lowe went 3-for-5 with two RBI in Sunday's 5-3 extra-inning win over the Cardinals.
Analysis: Lowe has gone 8-for-25 (.320) with two home runs and seven RBI over six games since the All-Star break. While he's still in a part-time role, he's heating up with the bat, which could help him carve out more playing time in a battle with Eugenio Suarez and others. Overall, Lowe is batting .256 with an .808 OPS, 12 home runs, 33 RBI, 23 runs scored, 13 doubles and no stolen bases over 249 plate appearances, mainly as a strong-side platoon option. |
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Ke'Bryan Hayes Ke'Bryan Hayes Pops third homer
Sun, Jul 26, 2026, 6:11 PM
Hayes went 1-for-2 with a solo home run and a walk in Sunday's 5-3 extra-inning win over the Cardinals.
Analysis: Hayes has gone 4-for-22 over 10 games since he returned from a bulging disc in his back. The third baseman has settled back into a part-time role, battling for playing time with Eugenio Suarez and Sal Stewart at the hot corner. Hayes is hitting a meager .148 with a .443 OPS, three home runs, six RBI, 13 runs scored and one stolen base over 152 plate appearances this season. |
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Elly De La Cruz Elly De La Cruz Homers in extra-inning win
Sun, Jul 26, 2026, 6:08 PM
De La Cruz went 2-for-5 with a solo home run and a second run scored in Sunday's 5-3 extra-inning win over the Cardinals.
Analysis: De La Cruz has 18 homers on the year, including five over his last 14 games. In that span, he's batting .321 (18-for-56) with six RBI and five stolen bases. The shortstop continues to be a strong all-around presence atop the Reds' lineup. He's batting .278 with an .860 OPS, 18 homers, 18 steals, 47 RBI, 58 runs scored, 15 doubles and four triples over 85 contests. |
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Julian Garcia Julian Garcia Earns first career save
Sun, Jul 26, 2026, 6:05 PM
Garcia allowed an unearned run on two hits and struck out one over one inning to earn the save in Sunday's 5-3 extra-inning win over the Cardinals.
Analysis: Emilio Pagan wasn't utilized in this game despite not pitching Saturday, though he had worked three of the four days between Tuesday and Friday. Other high-leverage relievers like Pierce Johnson and Tejay Antone were deployed earlier in the contest. Garcia didn't make it easy, but he was able to protect the lead to pick up his first major-league save. He's done a fine job in a lower-leverage role so far with a 2.93 ERA, 0.98 WHIP and 16:7 K:BB through 15.1 innings, though he has been scored upon in five of his 11 games. At this time, Garcia doesn't look to be a threat to Pagan's closing role, but the former could see his outings start to come later in games if he continues to pitch well. |
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Andrew Abbott Andrew Abbott Quality start despite shaky control
Sun, Jul 26, 2026, 6:00 PM
Abbott allowed two runs on three hits and four walks while striking out four over six innings in a no-decision versus the Cardinals on Sunday.
Analysis: Abbott has a 24:14 K:BB across 27 innings over his five starts in July, allowing 12 runs (11 earned) in that span. He's been able to limit the damage since he hasn't given up more than five hits in any start this month, but that hasn't been enough to earn him a win. The southpaw is at a 3.85 ERA, 1.38 WHIP and 94:54 K:BB through 117 innings over 22 starts. Those 54 walks are already a career high, and it doesn't help that he's posted a career-worst 7.2 K/9. Abbott's next start is projected to be at home versus the Pirates. |
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Spencer Steer Spencer Steer Exits with wrist pain
Sun, Jul 26, 2026, 3:05 PM
The Reds announced that Steer was removed from Sunday's game against the Cardinals in the fifth inning due to right wrist pain.
Analysis: Steer went 0-for-2 with a pair of strikeouts before being pulled midway through his fifth-inning at-bat due to the wrist issue. Edwin Arroyo came off the bench to replace Steer, who is likely being viewed as day-to-day until he undergoes a more thorough evaluation. |
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Spencer Steer Spencer Steer Leaves early with hand injury
Sun, Jul 26, 2026, 2:36 PM
Steer was removed from Sunday's game against the Cardinals in the fifth inning due to an apparent right hand injury, Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reports. He went 0-for-2 with two strikeouts prior to his departure.
Analysis: Steer was unable to continue his at-bat in the top of the fifth after his hand seemed to be bothering him when he fouled off a pitch. Edwin Arroyo came on to pinch hit for Steer, who can be viewed as day-to-day heading into Monday's game against the Guardians until the Reds provide an update on his condition. |
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Tyler Stephenson Tyler Stephenson Taking seat Sunday
Sun, Jul 26, 2026, 1:45 PM
Stephenson is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.
Analysis: Jose Trevino will receive the nod at catcher while Stephenson rests for the series finale. Stephenson went 3-for-11 with two doubles, one RBI and one run while starting behind the plate in the Reds' previous three games. |
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Edwin Arroyo Edwin Arroyo Resting Sunday
Sun, Jul 26, 2026, 1:44 PM
Arroyo is absent from the lineup for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.
Analysis: After failing to extend his four-game hitting streak in Saturday's 7-0 loss, Arroyo will ride the bench for Sunday's series finale. Spencer Steer will cover second base in Arroyo's stead. |
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